The Club is situated Manningtree on the south bank of the Stour Estuary. Sailing depends entirely on the tide. There is normally enough water for about two hours each side of high water and, for the rest of the time, a large expanse of mud. The Stour estuary is one of the most attractive sailing rivers in Britain. At high tide it is up to two miles wide between wooded banks and farm land and gives access to the Orwell River and the North Sea at Harwich Harbour. It is home to many sea birds and waders.

The Sailing Stour Sailing club was formed many years ago and continues to promote access to and enjoyment of the river. The club is owned and run by its members. It has a clubhouse converted from an old river-front house, in an excellent position in Quay Street. It has a bar, parlour, toilets and showers and a balcony overlooking the river and beach.