There is evidence that organised water based activity took place in the creek as far back as the 1920’s; however, ‘Eling Rowing Club’ records indicate that by 1932 the ‘rowing club’ had laid dormant for a number of years. Records show that on November 29th that year, club funds to the tune of £16.13s.9d (£16.68) was handed to the then parish council. Eling Sailing Club was formed by a group of like minded people interested in sailing in 1937. Their meetings were held in the Anchor Inn. In September 1939 the enthusiasts formed the Eling Boating and Sailing Club. However, their initial enthusiasm was to be curtailed for a few years because within days of the club’s formation the Second World War broke out. All activities around Eling Creek were consequently put on hold until September 1944 when the end of hostilities was in sight and thoughts returned to reviving the club and developing its membership.
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Eling Hill, Totton, Southampton SO40 9HF, United Kingdom
Phone: There is evidence that organised water based activity took place in the creek as far back as the 1920’s; however, ‘Eling Rowing Club’ records indicate that by 1932 the ‘rowing club’ had laid dormant for a number of years. Records show that on November 29t
Email: info@elingsc.org.uk
Website: elingsc.co.uk
