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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20191005T080000
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CREATED:20190528T142901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190528T142901Z
UID:9156-1570262400-1570294800@www.hovercraft.org.uk
SUMMARY:South East Branch Cruise
DESCRIPTION:Potential social cruise. Time and location to be confirmed. Contact organiser for more details
URL:https://www.hovercraft.org.uk/event/south-east-branch-cruise-7/
LOCATION:Long Reach Jet Ski Club in Iwade\, Kent.\, Long Reach Jet Ski Club\, Iwade\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:HCGB Cruising Events,HCGB Members Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.hovercraft.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/13619824_10154369903061639_4214257334871081054_n.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Carl Cristina":MAILTO:Carl.Cristina@hadlow.ac.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20190922T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190922T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T183723
CREATED:20190528T142444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190528T142739Z
UID:9154-1569139200-1569171600@www.hovercraft.org.uk
SUMMARY:South East Branch Cruise
DESCRIPTION:Potential social cruise. Time and location to be confirmed. Contact organiser for more details
URL:https://www.hovercraft.org.uk/event/south-east-branch-cruise-6/
LOCATION:Long Reach Jet Ski Club in Iwade\, Kent.\, Long Reach Jet Ski Club\, Iwade\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:HCGB Cruising Events,HCGB Members Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Carl Cristina":MAILTO:Carl.Cristina@hadlow.ac.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20190907T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190908T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T183723
CREATED:20181029T223053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190114T214908Z
UID:8966-1567843200-1567962000@www.hovercraft.org.uk
SUMMARY:Liverpool Sailing Club Cruise
DESCRIPTION:Cruising weekend from Liverpool Sailing Club 7th- 8th September 2019 \nLW 12:50 and 14:10
URL:https://www.hovercraft.org.uk/event/liverpool-sailing-club-cruise-3/
LOCATION:Liverpool Sailing Club
CATEGORIES:HCGB Cruising Events,HCGB Members Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.hovercraft.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/cruise.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Danny Nightingale":MAILTO:dannybaldy@hotmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20190907T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190907T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T183723
CREATED:20190528T142254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190528T142254Z
UID:9152-1567843200-1567875600@www.hovercraft.org.uk
SUMMARY:South East Branch Cruise
DESCRIPTION:Potential cruise time and location to be confirmed. Contact organiser for more details
URL:https://www.hovercraft.org.uk/event/south-east-branch-cruise-5/
LOCATION:Long Reach Jet Ski Club in Iwade\, Kent.\, Long Reach Jet Ski Club\, Iwade\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:HCGB Cruising Events,HCGB Members Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Carl Cristina":MAILTO:Carl.Cristina@hadlow.ac.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20190824T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190824T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T183723
CREATED:20190528T140827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190528T140827Z
UID:9150-1566633600-1566666000@www.hovercraft.org.uk
SUMMARY:South East Branch Cruise
DESCRIPTION:Potential cruise time and location to be confirmed. Contact organiser for more details
URL:https://www.hovercraft.org.uk/event/south-east-branch-cruise-4/
LOCATION:Long Reach Jet Ski Club in Iwade\, Kent.\, Long Reach Jet Ski Club\, Iwade\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:HCGB Cruising Events,HCGB Members Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Carl Cristina":MAILTO:Carl.Cristina@hadlow.ac.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20190804T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190804T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T183723
CREATED:20190528T140427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190528T140427Z
UID:9148-1564905600-1564938000@www.hovercraft.org.uk
SUMMARY:South East Branch Cruise
DESCRIPTION:Potential cruise time and location to be confirmed. Contact organiser for more details
URL:https://www.hovercraft.org.uk/event/south-east-branch-cruise-3/
LOCATION:Long Reach Jet Ski Club in Iwade\, Kent.\, Long Reach Jet Ski Club\, Iwade\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:HCGB Cruising Events,HCGB Members Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.hovercraft.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/21640961_10155565736277221_4986308297518281733_o.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Carl Cristina":MAILTO:Carl.Cristina@hadlow.ac.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20190727T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190728T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T183723
CREATED:20190528T140249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190528T140249Z
UID:9146-1564214400-1564333200@www.hovercraft.org.uk
SUMMARY:South East Branch Cruise
DESCRIPTION:Potential cruise time and location to be confirmed. Contact organiser for more details
URL:https://www.hovercraft.org.uk/event/south-east-branch-cruise-2/
LOCATION:Long Reach Jet Ski Club in Iwade\, Kent.\, Long Reach Jet Ski Club\, Iwade\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:HCGB Cruising Events,HCGB Members Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Carl Cristina":MAILTO:Carl.Cristina@hadlow.ac.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20190622T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190623T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T183723
CREATED:20190528T135953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190528T143857Z
UID:9144-1561190400-1561309200@www.hovercraft.org.uk
SUMMARY:South East Branch Cruise
DESCRIPTION:Potential social cruise time and location to be confirmed. Contact organiser for more details
URL:https://www.hovercraft.org.uk/event/south-east-branch-cruise/
LOCATION:Long Reach Jet Ski Club in Iwade\, Kent.\, Long Reach Jet Ski Club\, Iwade\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:HCGB Cruising Events,HCGB Members Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Carl Cristina":MAILTO:Carl.Cristina@hadlow.ac.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20190608T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190609T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T183723
CREATED:20181029T222720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190114T214125Z
UID:8964-1559980800-1560099600@www.hovercraft.org.uk
SUMMARY:Ulverston Inshore Rescue Cruise
DESCRIPTION:Cruising weekend from Ulverston Inshore Rescue 8th– 9th June 2019 \nLW 10:20 and 11:20 \n 
URL:https://www.hovercraft.org.uk/event/ulverston-inshore-rescue-cruise-2019/
LOCATION:Ulverston Inshore Rescue\, Ulverston Inshore Rescue\, Canal Foot to Plumpton\, Ulverston\, LA12 9EL
CATEGORIES:HCGB Cruising Events,HCGB Members Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.hovercraft.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/FB_20150902_08_52_16_Saved_Picture-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Danny Nightingale":MAILTO:dannybaldy@hotmail.com
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20190511T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190512T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T183723
CREATED:20181029T093555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181029T222138Z
UID:8960-1557561600-1557680400@www.hovercraft.org.uk
SUMMARY:Liverpool Sailing Club Cruise
DESCRIPTION:Weekend cruise from Liverpool sailing club 11-12th May LW 11:20 and 12:30
URL:https://www.hovercraft.org.uk/event/liverpool-sailing-club-cruise-2/
LOCATION:Liverpool Sailing Club
CATEGORIES:HCGB Cruising Events,HCGB Members Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.hovercraft.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/20160813_182700.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Danny Nightingale":MAILTO:dannybaldy@hotmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20190413T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190413T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T183723
CREATED:20190323T100842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190323T100938Z
UID:9084-1555142400-1555174800@www.hovercraft.org.uk
SUMMARY:Cruise - South East Branch
DESCRIPTION:Potential cruise time and location to be confirmed. Contact organiser for more details
URL:https://www.hovercraft.org.uk/event/cruise-south-east-branch-2/
LOCATION:Long Reach Jet Ski Club in Iwade\, Kent.\, Long Reach Jet Ski Club\, Iwade\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:HCGB Cruising Events,HCGB Members Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.hovercraft.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/13707537_10153576966522352_5126695977567439500_n.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Carl Cristina":MAILTO:Carl.Cristina@hadlow.ac.uk
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20190330T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190330T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T183723
CREATED:20190323T092415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190323T100530Z
UID:9080-1553932800-1553965200@www.hovercraft.org.uk
SUMMARY:Cruise - South East Branch
DESCRIPTION:Potential cruise organised by the South East Branch. Location and time to be confirmed\, contact organoser for more information.
URL:https://www.hovercraft.org.uk/event/cruise-south-east-branch/
LOCATION:Long Reach Jet Ski Club in Iwade\, Kent.\, Long Reach Jet Ski Club\, Iwade\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:HCGB Cruising Events,HCGB Members Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.hovercraft.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/13619824_10154369903061639_4214257334871081054_n.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Carl Cristina":MAILTO:Carl.Cristina@hadlow.ac.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181226
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181227
DTSTAMP:20260425T183723
CREATED:20180919T230233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180919T232712Z
UID:8927-1545782400-1545868799@www.hovercraft.org.uk
SUMMARY:Boxing day Cruise
DESCRIPTION:The South East branch will be holding a cruising event on Wednesday 26th December  from Long Reach Ski Club on the Swale under the A249 Kingsferry Bridge (ME12 4NG).  Please contact Carl Cristina if you are interested in taking part or would like further information on Carl.Cristina@hadlow.ac.uk
URL:https://www.hovercraft.org.uk/event/boxing-day-cruise-2/
LOCATION:Long Reach Jet Ski Club in Iwade\, Kent.\, Long Reach Jet Ski Club\, Iwade\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:HCGB Cruising Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.hovercraft.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/13731464_10153576966507352_2346616007798846453_n.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Carl Cristina":MAILTO:Carl.Cristina@hadlow.ac.uk
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181202
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181203
DTSTAMP:20260425T183723
CREATED:20180919T225745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180919T233022Z
UID:8924-1543708800-1543795199@www.hovercraft.org.uk
SUMMARY:South East branch cruise Sunday 2nd December
DESCRIPTION:The South East branch will be holding a cruising event on Sunday 2nd December  from Long Reach Ski Club on the Swale under the A249 Kingsferry Bridge (ME12 4NG).  Please contact Carl Cristina if you are interested in taking part or would like further information on Carl.Cristina@hadlow.ac.uk
URL:https://www.hovercraft.org.uk/event/south-east-branch-cruising-event-sunday-2nd-december/
LOCATION:Long Reach Jet Ski Club in Iwade\, Kent.\, Long Reach Jet Ski Club\, Iwade\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:HCGB Cruising Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.hovercraft.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/21640961_10155565736277221_4986308297518281733_o.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Carl Cristina":MAILTO:Carl.Cristina@hadlow.ac.uk
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181117
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181118
DTSTAMP:20260425T183723
CREATED:20180919T225423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180919T233156Z
UID:8922-1542412800-1542499199@www.hovercraft.org.uk
SUMMARY:South East branch cruise Saturday 17th November
DESCRIPTION:The South East branch will be holding a cruising event on Saturday 17th November  from Long Reach Ski Club on the Swale under the A249 Kingsferry Bridge (ME12 4NG).  Please contact Carl Cristina if you are interested in taking part or would like further information on Carl.Cristina@hadlow.ac.uk
URL:https://www.hovercraft.org.uk/event/south-east-branch-cruising-event-saturday-17th-november/
LOCATION:Long Reach Jet Ski Club in Iwade\, Kent.\, Long Reach Jet Ski Club\, Iwade\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:HCGB Cruising Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.hovercraft.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/building.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Carl Cristina":MAILTO:Carl.Cristina@hadlow.ac.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181103
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181104
DTSTAMP:20260425T183723
CREATED:20180919T225309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180919T232929Z
UID:8919-1541203200-1541289599@www.hovercraft.org.uk
SUMMARY:South East Cruise Saturday 3rd November
DESCRIPTION:The South East branch will be holding a cruising event on Saturday 3rd November  from Long Reach Ski Club on the Swale under the A249 Kingsferry Bridge (ME12 4NG).  Please contact Carl Cristina if you are interested in taking part or would like further information on Carl.Cristina@hadlow.ac.uk
URL:https://www.hovercraft.org.uk/event/south-east-cruising-event-saturday-3rd-november/
LOCATION:Long Reach Jet Ski Club in Iwade\, Kent.\, Long Reach Jet Ski Club\, Iwade\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:HCGB Cruising Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.hovercraft.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/13709788_10153576967007352_750326429493982479_n.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Carl Cristina":MAILTO:Carl.Cristina@hadlow.ac.uk
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20181014T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20181014T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T183723
CREATED:20180919T224356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180919T233240Z
UID:8910-1539507600-1539536400@www.hovercraft.org.uk
SUMMARY:South East Cruise Sunday October 14th
DESCRIPTION:The South East branch will be holding a cruising event on October 14th  from Long Reach Ski Club on the Swale under the A249 Kingsferry Bridge (ME12 4NG).  Please contact Carl Cristina if you are interested in taking part or would like further information on Carl.Cristina@hadlow.ac.uk
URL:https://www.hovercraft.org.uk/event/south-east-cruising-event-october-14th/
LOCATION:Long Reach Jet Ski Club in Iwade\, Kent.\, Long Reach Jet Ski Club\, Iwade\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:HCGB Cruising Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.hovercraft.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/13619824_10154369903061639_4214257334871081054_n.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180818
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180820
DTSTAMP:20260425T183723
CREATED:20171218T191534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171218T191957Z
UID:8533-1534550400-1534723199@www.hovercraft.org.uk
SUMMARY:Liverpool Sailing Club
DESCRIPTION:Cruise organised by the North West Branch of the Hovercraft Club of Great Britain. \nLow water is at 11:50 on Saturday and 12:40 on Sunday \nPlease email Danny on dannybaldy@hotmail.com if you are interested or have any questions.
URL:https://www.hovercraft.org.uk/event/liverpool-sailing-club/
LOCATION:Liverpool Sailing Club
CATEGORIES:HCGB Cruising Events,HCGB Official Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.hovercraft.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/20160814_140516.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180808
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180809
DTSTAMP:20260425T183723
CREATED:20180719T103443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180719T105035Z
UID:8894-1533686400-1533772799@www.hovercraft.org.uk
SUMMARY:Starlight Day - Popham Airfield
DESCRIPTION:WEDNESDAY 8th AUGUST 2018 \nThe Starlight Childrens Foundation’s biggest event of the year will be held at\nPopham Airfield\, near Basingstoke\, Hampshire\, SO21 3BD on Wednesday 8th\nAugust.\nMany volunteers come along to entertain critically and terminally ill children\nand some bring their aircraft\, helicopters\, classic and sports cars\, buses\, fire\nengines and the like to give rides.\nFor over ten years\, the Southern branch\, together with other members of the\nHCGB\, has supported this charity by giving rides in their hovercraft.\nThe Southern Branch is inviting anyone to join us who would like to give rides\nto these children or to just come along to assist those that can. Many children\nare expected and we want to ensure that there are enough of us to give them all\na great time. We well know what a rewarding and inspiring day it can be to\nmeet these young people and it makes a real difference\, not only to them but\nalso their families. \nWould you like to help? \nPlease contact us on 01425 610775 or 07711 560347 or \nemail: robertf.beech@btopenworld.com \nMany thanks\nBob Beech
URL:https://www.hovercraft.org.uk/event/starlight-day-popham-airfield/
LOCATION:Popham Airfield\, Popham Airfield\, Coxford Down\,\, Winchester\, SO21 3BD
CATEGORIES:HCGB Cruising Events,HCGB Members Events,HCGB National Race Meetings,HCGB Official Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.hovercraft.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Starlight.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180728
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180807
DTSTAMP:20260425T183723
CREATED:20180102T214558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180102T214558Z
UID:8582-1532736000-1533599999@www.hovercraft.org.uk
SUMMARY:Irish Cruise
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.hovercraft.org.uk/event/irish-cruise-2/
CATEGORIES:HCGB Cruising Events,HCGB Official Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.hovercraft.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/20264994_1582338851818059_1658756901719798088_n.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180721
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180723
DTSTAMP:20260425T183723
CREATED:20171218T181027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180208T183622Z
UID:8522-1532131200-1532303999@www.hovercraft.org.uk
SUMMARY:Liverpool Sailing Club Cruise
DESCRIPTION:CRUISING \nWhat is Hovercraft cruising? \nIt’s using hovercraft to explore rivers\, lakes\, beaches\, mudflats and coastlines.  It can be as relaxing or challenging as you like\, depending on the environment\, or conditions you go out in.  Members of the Hovercraft of Great Britain organise and participate in various group cruising events around the country these can range in length from a day to over a week and in numbers from 2 craft to 50. The longest running cruising event is the ‘Rhone Raid’ across France from the Med to Switzerland which has run every summer for over 20 years. \nWhat is a cruising hovercraft? \nHovercraft are essentially zero-draft boats – they don’t actually need any water at all. They can travel on land and waters into areas that boats cannot reach providing a totally unique experience for the passengers. Unlike other watercraft\, when on water it “hovers” over the water surface on a cushion of air rather than being in the water. This lack of drag reduces the power needed to drive the vehicle making them efficient on petrol. Hovercraft can also launch easily from beaches and with no propeller in the water and as they produce no wake they pose significantly less threat to marine wildlife than boats.  It is unlike any other craft and its capabilities\, limitations and low environmental impact are little understood.  \n \nRacing hovercraft are a different design to cruising hovercraft in terms of noise\, speed and marinesafety – they are unsuitable for cruising use. Cruising craft are based on sound marine engineering and provide economic\, quiet and comfortable leisure use. \n  \nWhere can I use it?  \nCruising hovercraft can be used any place that a boat can be used. They have the same navigation rights (and responsibilities!) as other watercraft. Tidal water is normally freely navigable\, you can also use rivers (only on the tidal sections without consent) or inland waterways such as lakes (consent will probably be required).  There are bylaws in certain areas that specifically ban hovercraft so check that before you take them out. \nThere are many hovercruising meetings held throughout the UK during the year where everyone is welcome (check the calendar for details). \nWhat does The Hovercraft Club of Great Britain offer for Cruisers? \nThe HCGB has a Code of Conduct for Cruising to help hovercraft pilots operate safely and considerately. \nThere are various cruising meetings held throughout the UK during the year where everyone is welcome (check the for details).  It’s a great way of meeting other hovercraft cruisers\, who will have loads of tips on great places to cruise and how to get the best out of your craft.  \nOur member’s facebook page is an easy place to connect with other cruisers who can give advice on what craft would suit your specific requirements.  \nIf you are a club member then you will find the How to find a Cruising Site guide will help you find suitable launch spots. In addition\, we provide a UK with suggested destinations and any local navigation and safety information. Many other documents are also available to members to help with water access (Environmental Impact Report\, How to Organise a Cruising event\, etc.). The HCGB provide active support to members who have access problems in their area. \nThe Hovercraft Club of Great Britain can also provide up to date information on the various different companies that can provide insurance for cruising hovercraft.  \n   \nWill it float if the engine stops? \nThere is little difference in sea handling capability between a hovercraft and a boat of similar size. In good conditions\, a boat might be able to carry a heavier load but\, as good conditions are unusual in UK waters this isn’t much of an advantage! \nThe most common question people ask about hovercraft is “will it float if the engine stops?” – the answer is YES\, cruising hovercraft have full positive buoyancy and can be safely stopped on water indefinitely (fishing and just floating around are popular activities). \nWhere can I get a cruising hovercraft? \nYou can buy a new cruising hovercraft from several UK Manufacturers – take a look at the Hovercraft Suppliers Page.  Seemingly bargain craft sometimes appear on eBay but they are best avoided unless the seller can demonstrate that it IS actually a cruising hovercraft and not just a toy! Take a look at the HCGB Buyers Guide – it contains very useful information on second hand hovercraft and some of the pitfalls to avoid when buying. \nAn alternative is to build your own hovercraft – it’s not quite as daunting as it might sound! With good plans\, components or kit it is fairly straightforward. Unless you have extensive knowledge of hovercraft we strongly recommend that you don’t try to design your own! They are more complicated than they might look! \nHow do I learn to drive a hovercraft? \nIt actually isn’t too difficult to master the basics once you get over the initial “floating around out of control” stage! Check out the which will quickly get you past the first stage and also provide you with very important safety knowledge. The also run many suitable safety courses – the most appropriate for hovercraft use are “Basic Navigation and Safety” and the “Marine Radio – (Short Range Certificate)” courses. \nCRUISE EVENTS16 May 2026Hovercraft Cruise and recovery training  May 16th &17thNorfolk cruise and recovery training will take place on Hunstanton beach using one of the low tide lagoons . Launch point will be Heacham... Manor Farm Norfolk\, Manor Farm\, Field Dalling Road\, Binham  Google Map11 Sep 2026Norfolk Cruise   Heacham to Skegness  around the Wash  September 11th-13thNorfolk Cruise  . The plan is to travel from Heacham towards Kings Lynn following the wash shore line around to Skegness . All details... Manor Farm Norfolk\, Manor Farm\, Field Dalling Road\, Binham  Google MapMore Cruise Events 		WHY JOIN?GET THE FOLLOWING MEMBER BENEFITSMember benefits\n\nParticipation in events\neMagazine\nLocal branch meetings and events\nReduced site fees at events\nDriver licensing\nHovercraft registration\nMembers only Facebook Forum\n				JOIN US TODAY\nTake advantage of member benefits and click on the button below to join the club!. \nJoin Us
URL:https://www.hovercraft.org.uk/event/liverpool-sailing-club-cruise/
LOCATION:Liverpool Sailing Club
CATEGORIES:HCGB Cruising Events,HCGB Official Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180714
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180723
DTSTAMP:20260425T183723
CREATED:20171114T175152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171218T181605Z
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SUMMARY:World Hovercraft Cruise - Winconiston USA
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.hovercraft.org.uk/event/world-hovercraft-cruise-winconiston-usa/
CATEGORIES:HCGB Cruising Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180609
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180611
DTSTAMP:20260425T183723
CREATED:20171218T192857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180214T204801Z
UID:8540-1528502400-1528675199@www.hovercraft.org.uk
SUMMARY:Ulverston Inshore Rescue Cruise
DESCRIPTION:Cruise organised by the North West Branch of the Hovercraft Club of Great Britain. \nLow water is at 14:50 on Saturday and 15:50 on Sunday \nPlease email Danny on dannybaldy@hotmail.com if you are interested or have any questions. \nDonations to Ulverston Inshore Rescue are welcomed.
URL:https://www.hovercraft.org.uk/event/ulverston-inshore-rescue-cruise/
LOCATION:Ulverston Inshore Rescue\, Ulverston Inshore Rescue\, Canal Foot to Plumpton\, Ulverston\, LA12 9EL
CATEGORIES:HCGB Cruising Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180609
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180610
DTSTAMP:20260425T183723
CREATED:20180329T180549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180408T191857Z
UID:8824-1528502400-1528588799@www.hovercraft.org.uk
SUMMARY:Swale Cruise
DESCRIPTION:CRUISING \nWhat is Hovercraft cruising? \nIt’s using hovercraft to explore rivers\, lakes\, beaches\, mudflats and coastlines.  It can be as relaxing or challenging as you like\, depending on the environment\, or conditions you go out in.  Members of the Hovercraft of Great Britain organise and participate in various group cruising events around the country these can range in length from a day to over a week and in numbers from 2 craft to 50. The longest running cruising event is the ‘Rhone Raid’ across France from the Med to Switzerland which has run every summer for over 20 years. \nWhat is a cruising hovercraft? \nHovercraft are essentially zero-draft boats – they don’t actually need any water at all. They can travel on land and waters into areas that boats cannot reach providing a totally unique experience for the passengers. Unlike other watercraft\, when on water it “hovers” over the water surface on a cushion of air rather than being in the water. This lack of drag reduces the power needed to drive the vehicle making them efficient on petrol. Hovercraft can also launch easily from beaches and with no propeller in the water and as they produce no wake they pose significantly less threat to marine wildlife than boats.  It is unlike any other craft and its capabilities\, limitations and low environmental impact are little understood.  \n \nRacing hovercraft are a different design to cruising hovercraft in terms of noise\, speed and marinesafety – they are unsuitable for cruising use. Cruising craft are based on sound marine engineering and provide economic\, quiet and comfortable leisure use. \n  \nWhere can I use it?  \nCruising hovercraft can be used any place that a boat can be used. They have the same navigation rights (and responsibilities!) as other watercraft. Tidal water is normally freely navigable\, you can also use rivers (only on the tidal sections without consent) or inland waterways such as lakes (consent will probably be required).  There are bylaws in certain areas that specifically ban hovercraft so check that before you take them out. \nThere are many hovercruising meetings held throughout the UK during the year where everyone is welcome (check the calendar for details). \nWhat does The Hovercraft Club of Great Britain offer for Cruisers? \nThe HCGB has a Code of Conduct for Cruising to help hovercraft pilots operate safely and considerately. \nThere are various cruising meetings held throughout the UK during the year where everyone is welcome (check the for details).  It’s a great way of meeting other hovercraft cruisers\, who will have loads of tips on great places to cruise and how to get the best out of your craft.  \nOur member’s facebook page is an easy place to connect with other cruisers who can give advice on what craft would suit your specific requirements.  \nIf you are a club member then you will find the How to find a Cruising Site guide will help you find suitable launch spots. In addition\, we provide a UK with suggested destinations and any local navigation and safety information. Many other documents are also available to members to help with water access (Environmental Impact Report\, How to Organise a Cruising event\, etc.). The HCGB provide active support to members who have access problems in their area. \nThe Hovercraft Club of Great Britain can also provide up to date information on the various different companies that can provide insurance for cruising hovercraft.  \n   \nWill it float if the engine stops? \nThere is little difference in sea handling capability between a hovercraft and a boat of similar size. In good conditions\, a boat might be able to carry a heavier load but\, as good conditions are unusual in UK waters this isn’t much of an advantage! \nThe most common question people ask about hovercraft is “will it float if the engine stops?” – the answer is YES\, cruising hovercraft have full positive buoyancy and can be safely stopped on water indefinitely (fishing and just floating around are popular activities). \nWhere can I get a cruising hovercraft? \nYou can buy a new cruising hovercraft from several UK Manufacturers – take a look at the Hovercraft Suppliers Page.  Seemingly bargain craft sometimes appear on eBay but they are best avoided unless the seller can demonstrate that it IS actually a cruising hovercraft and not just a toy! Take a look at the HCGB Buyers Guide – it contains very useful information on second hand hovercraft and some of the pitfalls to avoid when buying. \nAn alternative is to build your own hovercraft – it’s not quite as daunting as it might sound! With good plans\, components or kit it is fairly straightforward. Unless you have extensive knowledge of hovercraft we strongly recommend that you don’t try to design your own! They are more complicated than they might look! \nHow do I learn to drive a hovercraft? \nIt actually isn’t too difficult to master the basics once you get over the initial “floating around out of control” stage! Check out the which will quickly get you past the first stage and also provide you with very important safety knowledge. The also run many suitable safety courses – the most appropriate for hovercraft use are “Basic Navigation and Safety” and the “Marine Radio – (Short Range Certificate)” courses. \nCRUISE EVENTS16 May 2026Hovercraft Cruise and recovery training  May 16th &17thNorfolk cruise and recovery training will take place on Hunstanton beach using one of the low tide lagoons . Launch point will be Heacham... Manor Farm Norfolk\, Manor Farm\, Field Dalling Road\, Binham  Google Map11 Sep 2026Norfolk Cruise   Heacham to Skegness  around the Wash  September 11th-13thNorfolk Cruise  . The plan is to travel from Heacham towards Kings Lynn following the wash shore line around to Skegness . All details... Manor Farm Norfolk\, Manor Farm\, Field Dalling Road\, Binham  Google MapMore Cruise Events 		WHY JOIN?GET THE FOLLOWING MEMBER BENEFITSMember benefits\n\nParticipation in events\neMagazine\nLocal branch meetings and events\nReduced site fees at events\nDriver licensing\nHovercraft registration\nDiscounted Cruising Insurance for all HCGB Members – Bay Marine Insurance\nMembers only Facebook Forum\n				JOIN US TODAY\nTake advantage of member benefits and click on the button below to join the club!. \nJoin Us
URL:https://www.hovercraft.org.uk/event/swale-cruise-3/
LOCATION:Long Reach Jet Ski Club in Iwade\, Kent.\, Long Reach Jet Ski Club\, Iwade\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:HCGB Cruising Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180407
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180408
DTSTAMP:20260425T183723
CREATED:20180329T175519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180329T175541Z
UID:8819-1523059200-1523145599@www.hovercraft.org.uk
SUMMARY:Swale Cruise
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.hovercraft.org.uk/event/swale-cruise/
LOCATION:Long Reach Jet Ski Club in Iwade\, Kent.\, Long Reach Jet Ski Club\, Iwade\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:HCGB Cruising Events
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