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Bill Sneddon

Bill Sneddon

08 Jul 2025 5:12 PM | Ford (Administrator)

Bill is a past Hon Treasurer of the Club and long-time regular member of the Buffties’ corner on Friday evenings and Saturday afternoons in the Clubhouse.

He started sailing his beloved Westerly Warick, Sandpebble, in 1984/85 to replace a Seafarer. Sandpebble is again moored in the harbour and, although now under new management, Bill visits the harbour everyday to check on her.

Sandpebble was raced in the early days but as time passed Bill’s preferred wind condition became “1knt gusting 2knt”. Over the years he became an expert consultant – every day he would consult the weather from his front door in Victoria Road and decide if he would go sailing.

To mark the occasion of Bill’s 100^th birthday (9^thJuly) a card and congratulations have been sent on behalf of the Club.

The Committee are also pleased to announce a proposal to offer Bill Honorary Membership in recognition of his service and years of membership.

As many of you will have noticed, our clubhouse roof is leaking, with tubs in the café and buckets in the attic, it’s clear that it now needs to be replaced to protect our much-loved clubhouse for the future.

The good news is that work is underway. Planning permission has been granted, and the project is expected to cost around £50,000. We’ve already secured a £5,000 grant from the North Berwick Trust, are applying for more funding, and will carefully use club reserves while keeping the club financially secure.

Fundraising will play an important part, and we’re keen to make this a fun and engaging process for everyone. Our target for this year, 2026, is £5,000. There are lots of ways to get involved

Buy a ticket for the 100 Club
Simply donate, using this link, or at the bar.
Attend fund raising events.

If you’re interested in helping with grant applications, have ideas for fundraising, or would simply like to know more, we’d love to hear from you!