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Arrivals & Registration

We look forward to welcoming you to Nelson. There is limited very limited parking on the waterfront, and the club can quickly get congested with boat drop-off. Please be as efficient as possible. More info in the video and map.

The Registration Desk will be indicated by a teardrop flag, and will normally be upstairs in the Aurora  Lounge.

Your details will be checked at registration and you will ‘Sign-On’ for the regatta.

  • Support boat skippers please collect your packs.

More boat parking may be available on the deck and club hardstand south of this diagram

Safety Briefing

Nelson and Tasman Bay have some of the best sailing waters in the country. It can be a challenging venue to sail from, with strong tides, a busy commercial fishing and container port. We have a good relationship with Port Nelson Limited and the NCC Harbourmaster and we’d like to keep it that way!

Please watch the Safety Briefing video. You will be asked to confirm that you have watched it when completing a Safety Checklist at registration.

More information on the sailing waters, including the local Navigation Safety Bylaw, live weather reporting and webcams can be found here: Location & Sailing Waters

Accommodation at Fell House:

Nelson College has a boarding house called Fell House available for groups throughout the year. The catering option has changed and is no longer available during the holidays (10th Dec – 1st Feb). The accommodation has the basics – microwave, electric jug and fridge, but no meaningful cooking facilities.

Fell House 2022 full Booklet

For more information or to book, contact Joanne Barnes

Email: si@nelsoncollege.school.nz or phone 027 547 7731

Activities in and around Nelson

We’re absolutely spoilt for choice in Nelson, with a huge variety of activities and attractions to explore. Whether it is the world class mountain biking, or a catamaran cruise to the Abel Tasman, or just enjoying the café culture or Tahunanui Beach, you or your family won’t get bored whilst visiting the region.

We’ve drawn up some local tips here: Nelson alternative activities

If you have any questions, drop us an email: manager@nelsonyachtclub.org.nz