Boating Ponds SW London

Hi, I'm hoping there are some members here that may be able to help me please? I'm returning to model boating after a long absence, 30 years ago, I built from kit a 47" Huntsman, fitted with a .61 glow engine. I'm happy to convert to electric [as finding ponds allowing IC power now is proving tricky/!] I notice Bushey Park has a boating pond, however, will they allow electric powered craft? And is the pond even suitable for model boating these days? Clapham pond is also close, but I'm not sure what the powered operating regs are? I recall there is a model yacht club operating from the site with specific times set aside for them. Many thanks all. Alex

Hi Alex,

I'm surprised Ashley hasn't commented ! he is a regular at Bushy Park and will let you know any restrictions there maybe

I'm hoping to get over there when the weather improves .

Regards Ray

A surprised Ashley, who seems to nave missed this thread completely.

Obviously Bushy Park is the one for you! Electric and sail, no I/c.

Free parking (currently), car park....oooooh....40 seconds walk from a nice concrete jetty. It’s a bit shallow for deep-ish sailing keels. Entry via The Hampton court facing gate due to central road closure. Loo 5 mins walk away, catering van for coffees/tea cakes and soss rolls.

we meet on Sundays (not a club) but it’s open every day for boating.

Ashley

Gosh it will be Saturday tomorrow, the day before SUNDAY when we meet at Bushy Park to so Model boating!!

Ashley