12/10/2026
Remembering Tim Bailey – “Timmy the Fish” 🫶🏼
The Port of Falmouth Sailing Association (PoFSA) and our wider sailing community mourn the loss of a much-loved member. Tim passed away suddenly on Friday 9th October, less than a week after his 70th birthday.
A constant presence on Carrick Roads, Tim was a talented sailor, passionate fisherman and familiar face whose knowledge, generosity and unmistakable character made him so special.
The following appreciation by Neil Andrew, one of Tim’s great buddies and PoFSA Race Manager, captures our gratitude for Timmy and his immense contribution to sailing in our port.
Known internationally as “Timmy the Fish”, Tim was a passionate sailor from an early age, crewing on Working Boats and Sunbeams, a love of both that never left him. In 2022, he crewed aboard the winning boat at the Sunbeam Championships, secured with a bold tactical move on the final leg of the final race.
As part of Falmouth-based Blue Arrow’s America’s Cup challenge, Tim was aboard the foiling “stick insect” when it broke up at high speed in the Bay. Much sought after as crew, he sailed yachts from the classic schooner Mariette to the Quarter Tonner Tom Bombadil. Later, as sailing master aboard the 1922 gaff-cutter Ayesha, he enjoyed considerable success on the West Country classic regatta circuit.
Never one to hold back when debriefing competitors on their racing mistakes, whether they wanted to hear it or not! Tim’s passion and knowledge were unmistakable.
Succeeding Arfie Treneer, Tim also served PoFSA for serval years as custodian of the seasonal marks around Carrick Roads and the Bay, maintaining and accurately positioning them until 2024, when health problems forced him to step back.
His friendship, generosity and love of life on the water will never be forgotten. Our harbour and sailing community are all the poorer without him, and après-sail will never be quite the same!
Our heartfelt condolences go to Tim’s family and friends.
Sail on, Timmy. Thank you for everything. You will be greatly missed💙
