MEMBERS of the Royal Channel Islands Yacht Club have voted for a multi-million-pound redevelopment of their “structurally tired” clubhouse in St Aubin.
The partial rebuild, which would see the creation of a new ground- and first-floor extension with improved facilities and dining areas, was one of three redevelopment options presented at the club’s recent annual general meeting.
A summary report presented to members ahead of the meeting explained that, beyond routine maintenance, the existing building was “structurally very tired” with both construction and electrical work needed. It added that, due to “the success of sailing”, improved training, changing and storage facilities were also required.
“The time is right for members to consider options to carry a fully inclusive yacht club forward into the future,” it stated.
“The additional space offered by option three provides for two potential training areas, improved and extended showering facilities and increased storage space.”
Building a new “purpose-built” club was also among the options presented to members, but the partial rebuild – estimated to cost £3.3m – proved the most popular, receiving 62 of the 129 votes cast.
In an email to members, commodore Jeremy Swetenham said the vote did not “commit the club to further expenditure”, but that it “will define the option that will go forward for more detailed feasibility and fundraising. The work starts in earnest now. It will be a long and complex journey and is highly likely that it will be at least two years before any works can begin.”
He explained that the next phase of the project – ahead of the club’s 2025 AGM – would see a feasibility study assessing building works, fundraising and profitability.
Mr Swetenham added: “The option plan told us that, to start and complete this phase, we collectively need to raise £170,000.”
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