Published by Adlard Coles, this latest volume by Anthony Burton (text) and Derek Pratt (photographs) is well written and beautifully photographed.
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Club Night - Getting the best from your Sails- Tuesday 20 January 2026
Tue 20 Jan 2026 18:30
Lou Clayton is a very experienced British sailor from Norfolk, currently living and working as a physiotherapist, sailmaker, and skipper/race coach on the South Coast.
She volunteered on the round the world yacht 'Steinlager' in New Zealand and from that experience has become an accomplished trans ocean skipper.
She primarily sails double-handed or with crews, taking on longer offshore races such as the Round Britain and Ireland race. In 2022, she won the 45-strong double-handed fleet at the St. Malo race and was selected from eight teams to compete in the 2024 Double-Handed World Championship.
Louise is also a sailmaker and will be talking about sails from a base of real experience covering all the key things that matter so much to us all :
Common areas of damage we see as sail makers; Prevention of damage while sailing; Looking after and caring for sails: Benefits of winter service; Repair on the go
Burns Night 2026
Fri 30 Jan 2026 18:30
Come and enjoy an evening of drinkin', eatin' and dancin' at our Burns Night Supper.
HPO Dinner 27th January 2026
Tue 27 Jan 2026 18:00
All hands on deck for a fantastic HPO dinner at the club! Hear from our President Mike Golding, enjoy a night of great food and even better company as we dine by the water's edge. This isn't just a dinner; it's a chance to connect with fellow HPO’s and members. We will be hearing from HPO’s in the room plus HPO’s from around the world who cannot make it, via Zoom.
The evening begins at 18:00GMT in the library.
Don't miss out!
Centenary Gala Dinner
Thu 5 Nov 2026 18:30
Join us for a landmark evening as we celebrate 100 years of the Little Ship Club.
Magazine
Autumn Winter 2025 edition now out
Little Ship Club Magazine Autumn-Winter 2025
Dine riverside at the Little Ship Club
Looking for a unique riverside dining experience in central London? Open to all.
2026 arrives at the Little Ship Club with a fresh, comforting menu. Enjoy roasted cauliflower and truffle soup with crusty bread, smoked mackerel pâté with lemon and horseradish, or beetroot and feta salad. Hearty mains include steak and ale pie, coq au vin, pan-roasted salmon with salsa verde, and a Mediterranean hot pot. Finish with a cheeseboard, tiramisu, or sticky toffee pudding.
Photographic and Artwork Competition 2025
Commodore’s choice
Grytviken, South Georgia
by Robert Nightingall
Congratulations to all entrants! See you next year!
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Dine riverside at the Little Ship Club – Open to all
The Little Ship Club, located beside Southwark Bridge, is open to all and offers a welcoming atmosphere with stunning views of the Thames.
Welcome spring with the Little Ship Club’s new season menu: comforting classics lifted with freshness and finesse. Start with roasted cauliflower and truffle soup, toasted pumpkin seeds and warm crusty bread, or smoked mackerel pâté with lemon zest, horseradish cream and crostini. Beetroot and feta salad brings crunch and colour, while devilled ham adds a nostalgic kick. Mains deliver hearty satisfaction: steak and ale pie, coq au vin, pan-roasted salmon with salsa verde, or a vibrant Mediterranean hot pot. Finish with a generous cheeseboard, tiramisu, or sticky toffee pudding. Members enjoy 20% off. Available now for relaxed lunches and dinners.
Our full wine list is available, including club favourites and a generous 20% discount for Little Ship Club and CLC members.
À la carte is available Monday – Friday from 12:00.
Last table available to book 14:45.
Bar menu is available Monday – Friday – 12:00-17:00.
Forthcoming training
Training bookings have moved to our new booking site here
Honorary Port Officers
Our Honorary Port Officers are distributed around the globe. Each one knows how to get the best out of any port you visit. Navigational approaches, berths, where to go, what to do, what to eat and how to make the best of your visit.