Whether you're renewing your membership or joining us for the first time, here's everything you need to know. Membership is on a family basis and includes your spouse or partner and children under 18.
Existing Members
Annual membership fees fall due on 1 April each year. To renew, simply complete the membership form, make your payment, and return the form by email confirming payment has been made.
Fees must be paid before the form is returned, and no later than six weeks after 1 April. Payment after this deadline is treated as a new membership and the higher fee applies.
Renewal fee
| Membership type | Annual fee |
|---|---|
| Renewal (paid by 6 weeks after 1 April) | £50 |
| Late renewal (paid after deadline) | £100 |
| Honorary membership | £0 — committee pre-approval required |
How to renew
Download the Annual Membership Form using the button on the right. Fill in all required fields, including your boat name and insurance details.
Transfer £50 to Hampstead and Yalding Cruising Club (Metro Bank, sort code 23-05-80, account 50129152). Use your boat name as the payment reference.
Email the completed form to hyccadmin@gmail.com, confirming that payment has been made. Do not return the form before payment is complete.
Membership conditions
New to the Club
HYCC is a welcoming club with strong demand for membership — a waiting list is often in place. New members go through a short introduction process to ensure a good fit for both sides before membership is confirmed.
The new member fee is £100, which also applies if an existing member pays after the renewal deadline.
New member fee
| Membership type | Fee |
|---|---|
| New membership | £100 |
| Late renewal (treated as new) | £100 |
How to apply
Before completing any paperwork, contact us at hyccadmin@gmail.com to express your interest. We'll let you know about current availability and arrange for you to meet some committee members.
All new members must meet a minimum of three committee members before membership can be confirmed. All three must agree to the application. One committee member must also act as a proposer.
Once your application is agreed in principle, complete the Online Membership Form using the link on the right, including your boat details and insurance information.
Transfer £100 to Hampstead and Yalding Cruising Club (Metro Bank, sort code 23-05-80, account 50129152). Use your boat name as the payment reference.
Email the completed form to hyccadmin@gmail.com, confirming payment has been made. Membership is not confirmed until the form and payment are both received.
Membership conditions
What you get
Access to club land downstream of Bow Bridge Marina, with mooring for up to 14 consecutive days within any 90-day period or 28 days in a calendar year.
Invitations to organised club cruises, Rogers Regatta, the Mayor of Maidstone's Court of Survey Cruise, and a full calendar of social events throughout the year.
A friendly network of fellow river enthusiasts, shared knowledge of the Medway, navigation updates, and the security of a club that looks out for its members.
The committee is always happy to hear from prospective members.
Get in touch at hyccadmin@gmail.com