Membership for 2026 is Now Open

Membership for the 2026 sailing season at Mullaghmore Sailing Club is officially open — and we’d love you to be part of it.

Whether you’re renewing or joining for the first time, securing your membership now means:

  • Full access to club facilities for the 2026 season

  • Priority booking for courses, events, and junior sailing

  • Staying connected with club news and activities from the start of the season

👉 All memberships are managed through the Clubforce Connect app — please download the app and search for Mullaghmore Sailing Club to join or renew.

Please note: Members should renew by the end of April 2026 to maintain uninterrupted access to club facilities..

Why join Mullaghmore Sailing Club? 

We are delighted to welcome new and old members to our small community based sailing club on Ireland's beautiful west coast. MSC was established in 1963 and is now going strong for 60 years as a vital part of the local community and beyond. Our club is all about having fun, raising awareness of sailing, developing sailing skills and improving access to the water for all children and adults. MSC is a fantastic way to meet some new friends and catch up with some old ones. So come along, introduce yourself, get involved and enjoy developing some new skills and interests…..

Junior Membership (8 - 18 Years)

Age 8-18

€60

Adult Membership

Must be Over 19 and NOT in full time education.

€125

Under 27 Membership

For those Under 27 who are not covered by Family Membership

€100

Senior Membership (Over 65)

Age Over 65 on 1st Jan 2026

€ 100

Overseas Membership

No discounts on club activities applicable

€ 60

Family Membership

2 or more members of an immediate family including children under 18 and students under 23 in full time education.

€ 190

What will membership at MSC do for you and your family ?

  1. New members will enjoy our club’s friendly atmosphere created by our junior and adult membership, all keen to promote all things nautical and sea orientated. There is no obligation to be an experienced sailor or have any qualifications - some of our members enjoy the benefits of the club and rarely venture on the water. We have a lively social calendar over the summer months and it’s a great opportunity to meet people with an interest in the sea. Recent social events included the Regatta dinner, Commodore’s dinner, fish night, bbq’s as well as talks from Irish Whale and Dolphin Group (IWDG) and an art exhibition featuring local artists and photographers.

  2. If you would like to learn how to sail under the guidance of our approved instructors we run adult sailing courses in the summer with priority access and discounted price for members - no prior experience necessary.

  3. Members can avail of reduced cost and priority access for the very popular junior sailing courses and Cara na Mara for younger children.

  4. Our club house is regularly used by members to facilitate all kinds of training courses such as power boat tuition, diesel engine maintenance, vhf training, navigation skills, first aid etc. Additional charges may apply.

  5. Club cruiser racing is held every Saturday throughout the summer season. Many skippers welcome crew to help with Saturday evening racing and regattas. New members are very welcome to participate in cruiser sailing which helps them develop skills and gain cruising and racing experience. Race marks, support boat, qualified racing officer, taxi boat to moorings are all organised by the club.

  6. Experienced sailors have use of our club keelboats, ‘Starfish & Coffee’ with the following stipulations.

    • Skipper and crew must be competent to handle the boat.

    • Minimum of 2 and a maximum of 5 crew.

    • Wind forecast not to exceed 22 knots

    • Boat to be kept within 5km of Mullaghmore pier

    • All crew equipped with adequate life jackets / buoyancy aids

    • Skipper is equipped with a charged VHF radio

  7. Members have the use of a well maintained slipway for launching and recovering boats

  8. Boat storage space including dinghies and kayaks is available for members with a small extra charge for winter months (subject to availability).

  9. Automatic membership of Irish Sailing where members can access discounts from affiliated partners.

  10. Members may vote at the club AGM and have the option to go forward for election to committees.

  11. Members of MSC are also proud advocates for ocean conservation and sustainability.  In 2022, Camile Thai Mullaghmore Regatta was a recipient of Platinum Certificate by the international organisation, Sailors for the Sea in recognition of our commitment to sustainability.

COSTS OF MEMBERSHIP 

Individual, Family, Junior, Senior, Student, Under 27 & Overseas membership available. See details below.

Subscriptions apply for the calendar year starting in January each year and must be paid by the end of April.

Membership applications and renewals are through this website or the Clubforce app.


Disclaimer

Please be advised that due to insurance requirements, only current and fully paid members are permitted to use the facilities and services of Mullaghmore Sailing Club. Maintaining an active membership is essential to ensure compliance with our insurance policy and to guarantee the safety and security of all club members.

If it is discovered that a user is utilizing the club's facilities without having paid the membership dues, they will be required to either:

  1. Settle the outstanding membership dues, including any arrears, immediately.

  2. Cease using the club's facilities and remove any personal property, including boats, from the premises.

Failure to comply with these conditions may result in further action, including potential legal measures to enforce the club's policies.

We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in this matter to help maintain a safe and enjoyable environment for all our members.


For information contact Membership Secretary Katey McElroy:

Email info@mullaghmoresailingclub.org

Important Information on Privacy and Data Protection

The MSC privacy statement can be viewed by clicking here.

You should be aware that in becoming a member or renewing your membership of MSC, you automatically become a member of Irish Sailing, the national governing body. We will share certain information about you with them including your name and email address so they can include you on updates of operational activity, their monthly newsletter and invitations to certain events such as the Irish Sailing Awards, conferences, AGM etc.

Some important aspects of the legal relationship between Irish Sailing and MSC (a Category 1 Club) are reflected in the Joint Data Controller Agreement.

The Irish Sailing privacy statement which can be viewed by clicking here.

We also share information with Clubforce who provide administration services to MSC. The terms of the agreement between the  parties can be viewed here.

BOAT STORAGE AT MSC

Members have access to the dinghy park to store small boats and equipment from April to September with no charge - subject to availability of space. The facility is also available for winter storage - subject to a small charge.