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13 Mar 2015 6:51 PM | Anonymous

At the Forth Ports Authority meeting for small harbours and clubs recently, it was advised that they provide weather and, more particularly, live tidal information for various locations in the estuary, including Methil and Leith.

The tidal information gives a real time comparison of predicted and actual tidal height. This comparison from nearby locations could be combined with tidal predictions for Fidra from the UK Hydrographic Office Admiralty EasyTide website to give some indication of actual tidal heights at North Berwick. Presumably this may not fully take into account onshore wind but the wind will be known from the clubs own measurements, and these comparisons from Leith and Methil should give an indication of the effect of atmospheric pressure on tidal height.

Click here to access the website

As many of you will have noticed, our clubhouse roof is leaking, with tubs in the café and buckets in the attic, it’s clear that it now needs to be replaced to protect our much-loved clubhouse for the future.

The good news is that work is underway. Planning permission has been granted, and the project is expected to cost around £50,000. We’ve already secured a £5,000 grant from the North Berwick Trust, are applying for more funding, and will carefully use club reserves while keeping the club financially secure.

Fundraising will play an important part, and we’re keen to make this a fun and engaging process for everyone. Our target for this year, 2026, is £5,000. There are lots of ways to get involved

Buy a ticket for the 100 Club
Simply donate, using this link, or at the bar.
Attend fund raising events.

If you’re interested in helping with grant applications, have ideas for fundraising, or would simply like to know more, we’d love to hear from you!