Overview
The Royal Corinthian Yacht Club was founded on the Thames in 1872 and is now based on the quay at Burnham-on-Crouch in Essex, in a Grade II* listed waterfront clubhouse. The club was an early champion of one-design racing, started Burnham Week in 1893 and still races its own Royal Corinthian One Designs alongside Squibs, Dragons, Hunter 707s, Blazes, cruisers and a dinghy fleet on the tidal Crouch and Roach. Since 1961 it has hosted the invitation-only Endeavour Trophy, the RYA-recognised 'champion of champions' dinghy event, sailed in Melges 15s in 2026. Its junior section, the Corinthian Otters, has its own Otter Week, and the club runs its own training courses.
- Founded
- 1872
- Federation
- Royal Yachting Association
- Phone
- +44 1621 782105
On the water with VesselSOS
- Family see you from shoreA live link in any browser – they don’t need the app.
- One tap to the right rescue centreHere Humber Coastguard – the app switches centre as you move, with your position and call script even without signal.
- Return-time checkIf you’re not back in time, your people know.
- Shared hazard mapRocks, nets and other hazards reported by other boaters.
Regattas and series
Run or hosted by the club, per the club website. Dates and notices are on the club site.
- Endeavour Trophyinvitation-only 'champion of champions' event for current national, European and world dinghy champions; created 1961; 2–4 October 2026 in Melges 15s on the Crouch and Roach
- Otter Weekjunior and youth sailing week of the Corinthian Otters
- Dinghy Fleet Sunday Seriesclub dinghy series, late March to early November
Live map, a start clock on every phone and results — when the club runs a race on VesselSOS Racing, it shows up here. Racing is a pilot with clubs for the 2027 season.
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Boat classes
History and achievements
- 1872The club is founded on the Thames
- 1893The club instigates Burnham Week
- 1934The club crews the J-Class Endeavour in the America's Cup challenge
- 1936The club selects the British Olympic sailing team
- 1961The Endeavour Trophy is created as an invitation 'champion of champions' event
Location
- Position
- 51°37.42′ N 0°49.32′ E
51.62362, 0.82192 - Address
- The Quay
Frequently asked
Can I learn to sail here?
Yes. The club lists these courses: RCYC courses and training.
Who do I call in an emergency at sea here?
Sea rescue: Humber Coastguard 999. On the radio: MAYDAY on VHF channel 16.
When was Royal Corinthian Yacht Club founded?
In 1872.
Which regattas does the club run?
According to the club website, among others: Endeavour Trophy, Otter Week and Dinghy Fleet Sunday Series.