Belfast Lough Sailability

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Access to Belfast Lough for people living with disability/disadvantage. Sail; boat; just be on the water! RYASailability Ctr; Registered Charity

Our aim is to train, educate and encourage more people with disabilities or disadvantages on to the water. We have our own RYA qualified dinghy, powerboat and first aid instructors as well as a team of RYA qualified disability awareness trainers who regularly host awareness events to educate those helping or working with disabled persons. The group has grown rapidly over the last two years and is exceptional in that it provides an activity not only for the disabled or disadvantaged individual but for the whole family unit. We offer people who think they can’t even get on a boat, let alone sail it, the chance to have a go.

20/09/2026

We’re excited to announce that our very special 25th anniversary BLS Recognition Dinner will be held on 3 October 2026 at Carrickfergus Sailing Club.
Please come along, join in the celebrations, and help us mark this milestone year together. You can book your tickets at the link shown below. Looking forward to seeing you all at this very special event.
https://www.zeffy.com/en-GB/ticketing/bls-25th-anniversary-recognition-awards-members

19/07/2026

BLS on tour at Lough Erne Sailability regatta. Congratulations to all the prize winners. Thank you to Lough Erne Yacht Club

17/07/2026

BLS are going on Tour
There will be no usual session on Saturday morning as we will be attending Lough Erne Sailability'Regatta and enjoying the hospitality of Lough Erne Yacht Club. Hopefully we will be bringing back the trophy. See you all on Wednesday night.

16/07/2026

Derriagy Day Centre picked a fantastic day to come along and enjoy the sunny weather 🌞

01/07/2026

Folks - sorry to make the decision to cancel tonight. Wind pretty breezy already down at the Cabin - to increase to 29+kts. We definitely wouldn't be putting any sail or motor boats out. It will also be too gusty for any boat handling training in and around the marina. Really sorry to cancel but we are due some better weather soon 🤞

29/06/2026

On behalf of everyone at Belfast Lough Sailability we would like to congratulate Simon Martin on his graduation 🎓

20/06/2026

🎉⚓ 25 years of making sailing accessible — and we're marking the moment in style!

Our brand-new BLS 25 Anniversary Clothing Range is officially here, featuring our exclusive anniversary logo. Whether you're on the water or on the shore, wear your support with pride.

For more information, or sizing guides, click https://www.belfastloughsailability.com/article/-celebrate-25-years-with-us

🛍️ Shop the range via the link below — every piece helps celebrate a quarter century of inclusive sailing on Belfast Lough.

https://www.zeffy.com/en-GB/ticketing/belfast-lough-sailabilitys-shop

12/06/2026

Due to road closures and the expectation of large crowds in the immediate area (Harbour and Caste) we have made the decision to cancel tomorrow morning's session. This is to ensure the safety and accessibility of all volunteers and participants. We are sorry for the 2nd cancellation this week and appreciate your understanding.

10/06/2026

We are taking a break tonight and expect to return on Saturday morning

03/06/2026

Due to weather conditions and the possibility of squalls coming in later we are unfortunately cancelling tonight's session

Address

Rodgers Quay
Carrickfergus
BT388BJ

Opening Hours

7pm - 9pm

Website

http://www.belfastloughsailability.com/

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