Royal Corinthian Yacht Club, Modernist yacht club in Burnham-on-Crouch, United Kingdom.
The Royal Corinthian Yacht Club is a sailing facility on the River Crouch featuring clean white walls and expansive windows that define International Style modernism. The building opens directly to the water and houses mooring facilities, training areas, and social rooms for members' use throughout the year.
Founded in 1872, the club moved to the River Crouch in 1892 and constructed its modernist building in 1931. This building became a pioneering example of contemporary yacht club architecture when it was completed.
The club embodies a sailing tradition that has shaped the local community for generations, bringing together people who share a passion for boats and the river. Members gather here not just for sport but to maintain a way of life connected to the water and maritime heritage.
The club operates year-round with racing events and training available for members at all skill levels. The waterfront location makes water access straightforward, allowing members to reach their boats easily.
The clubhouse was featured in the 1932 International Exhibition of Modern Architecture at New York's Museum of Modern Art, making it one of the rare yacht clubs recognized as a landmark of modern design. This international recognition shaped how sailing clubs were designed in the following decades.
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