Established 1857 | Ramsgate Royal Harbour | Royal recognition 1897
A Great Place to Sail. A Great Place to Belong
A Proud Sailing Heritage. A Club for Today
Welcome to the Royal Temple Yacht Club, one of Britain's historic yacht clubs, proudly overlooking Ramsgate's magnificent Royal Harbour.
Founded in 1857 on the River Thames and established in Ramsgate in 1896, our club has been at the heart of British sailing for generations.
Today, we combine that remarkable heritage with an active programme of yacht racing, cruising, radio sailing, training and social events.
Whether you are an experienced sailor, new to boating, looking to crew on a racing yacht, or simply seeking a welcoming place to meet friends and enjoy spectacular harbour views, there is a place for you at Royal Temple.
You don't need to own a boat to belong.
Discover a club where sailing traditions meet modern hospitality, friendships flourish and new adventures begin.
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Between April and October we have both IRC & Cruiser class racing every Sunday. Racing is run under both the IRC and YTC handicap systems.
Yacht races start at 10.15 on Sundays and run for between 2 to 3 hours. The start line is 50 metres off the pier head and on race days you will usually find an audience watching the yachts competing for the best position on the start line.
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Hotel
Royal Temple Hotel — Stay Somewhere Special
Wake up overlooking Ramsgate's historic Royal Harbour. Our seven-bedroom hotel provides a welcoming base for a weekend escape, coastal adventure, sailing visit or a midweek break or work visit.
Sailing
Sailing & Racing — Find Your Place on the Water
Enjoy an exciting programme of club racing, cruising and opportunities to sail with experienced crews. Whether you're a seasoned competitor or looking to get involved for the first time, Royal Temple is a great place to sail.
Clubhouse
Bar & Clubhouse — The Best Views Are Better Shared
Enjoy a coffee, meet friends for a drink or relax after a day on the water. Our historic clubhouse offers a distinctive setting overlooking one of Britain's finest and the only Royal harbour in the UK.
Training & Youth Sailing
Training & Youth Sailing — Your Sailing Journey Starts Here
Develop your navigation skills through our RYA shore-based courses or discover opportunities for younger sailors to gain valuable experience aboard racing yachts.
Our Heritage
Proud of Our Heritage. Looking to the Future
Founded on the River Thames in 1857, Royal Temple Yacht Club established its Ramsgate clubhouse in 1896 and received Royal recognition in 1897.
Our heritage includes generations of competitive racing, distinguished yachtsmen and a long association with Ramsgate's maritime history.
Today, we are building on those traditions by welcoming new sailors, new members and new generations into the club.
Ramsgate Week
Ramsgate Week — A Highlight of the Sailing Calendar
Organised by Royal Temple Yacht Club, Ramsgate Week brings together racing yachts, cruising crews and sailing enthusiasts for competitive racing and an enjoyable shoreside programme.
With racing in the waters off Ramsgate and the Royal Harbour as its home, Ramsgate Week is an established fixture in the sailing calendar.
Ramsgate Week 2027: 25–29 July
