News
Scottish Fin and Foil Championships 2025 to arrive in Stranraer
Scotland's premier wind sports championship returns to Loch Ryan with 80-100 windsurfers and wing foilers competing in Stranraer, just a few weeks after the successful conclusion of SkiffieWorlds 2025.
SkiffieWorlds 2025 concludes as largest St Ayles skiff gathering in history
Stranraer Water Sports Association is riding on the crest of a wave following the success of SkiffieWorlds 2025. The world championships of coastal rowing reached a spectacular conclusion on Saturday, the hottest day of the year, under blue skies and on the calm waters of Loch Ryan in south west Scotland. The summer weather brought a celebratory finish to SkiffieWorlds...
Record-breaking entry for SkiffieWorlds 2025
Stranraer is preparing to host the largest gathering of St Ayles coastal rowing boats in history this summer, as a record-breaking 79 rowing clubs registering to complete in SkiffieWorlds 2025. Taking place from 6-12 July more than 2,000 rowers are expected to complete as the triennial world championship event returns to Stranraer following its highly successful debut in the town...
Challenging Conditions Test Crews at The Long Ryan
‘The Long Ryan’ event, a circumnavigation of Loch Ryan took place on Saturday 27th April in un-forecasted challenging conditions, with Troon emerging as the winners of the coastal rowing and sailing race.
Staff Changes
As some members will already be aware, Tom Wilson tendered his resignation as Chief Instructor of Stranraer Water Sports Association, and the Trustees have accepted his resignation. We wish Tom well for the future.
The Long Ryan Returns
The Long Ryan makes its return to our waters on Saturday, 26th April, marking the perfect start to what's shaping up to be an exciting season of water sports in Stranraer.
Beach Enhancement Works Begin
Work has begun to create a better beach experience for everyone who uses Stranraer waterfront, with the removal of an old sewer outlet and some boulders between the West Pier and the Harbour offices slipway.
Coach of the Year Award for Tom
Stranraer Water Sports Association has welcomed recognition of their Chief Instructor, Tom Wilson, who was named Coach of the Year at Wigtownshire Sports Council’s Sports Personality of the Year Awards.
Construction starts on our new Water Sports Hub
Exciting times as members of our Kids Club and Young Instructors programme officially mark the start of construction!