Matthew congratulated Welsh Harp Sailing Association (WHSA) on being awarded a £37,000 grant from Sport England, which provides National Lottery funding through Inspired Facilities, part of its Olympic and Paralympic legacy programme.
The Association - comprising BTYC Sailsports, Seahorse, Wembley and North Circular Sailing Clubs, Phoenix Outdoor Centre and London Area Sea Cadets - sails on Welsh Harp Reservoir near Brent Cross, and the grant will be used to replace the clubs’ main jetty.
The new jetty will be longer and wider to enable more people and more boats to use it. A modern surface with better grip will make it easier for members with mobility problems to extend their sailing years, and improve access for sailors with disabilities.
Matthew said: “As a keen sailor myself, I am delighted that Sport England has made this investment to WHSA and the Welsh Harp to improve its facilities. The installation of a wider jetty will extend access to the sport and enable people with disabilities to experience the excitement and freedom of sailing. This grant is a huge legacy which I am sure will be much valued and used.”
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