Midlands

Fork & Talk: Sailmaking and Sail Tuning, Richard Wagstaff of Jeckells Sailmakers

  • 22/2/2026
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Richard Wagstaff from Jeckells Sailmakers will give an informative talk on sailmaking and sail tuning.

Jeckells the Sailmakers has been manufacturing sails for nearly 200 years. During that time they have built up an international reputation for designing and manufacturing quality and durable sails tailored to suit their customers’ exacting needs. Jeckells is a family firm with two generations taking an active part in the everyday running of the company.

This is one of the 'Fork & Talk' events organised by and held at Rutland Sailing Club. Talks are aimed to be entertaining and informative but the events are also a great opportunity to enjoy a meal and social afternoon with fellow cruisers.

Lunch is served at 13:00 with the talk following at 14:00.

The ticket price include a two course menu, details of which will be confirmed when available

To book, please use the Register button above. This will take you to the Rutland Sailing Club site. Select the Fork & Talk event you wish to book and you can then login (you will need to create an account) to book. Once you have created an account, you can use that to book future events.

This event is open to anyone
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Date: Sunday, 22 February 2026
Time: 12:30 (GMT+0)
Location:
Rutland Sailing Club
Tickets: Members
TBC (around £15) including 2 course lunch
, Non-members
TBC (around £15) including 2 course lunch
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Q&A: There will be a Q&A session at the end of the event

Upcoming events

There are no upcoming events scheduled in this section.

Most home base sections hold talks and social gatherings at local sailing clubs, pubs or other venues from the autumn through to the spring.

Our cruising area sections hold specialist seminars and talks at CA House during this period, as well as some rallies and cruises in company during the summer cruising season.