In the early 1970s the Crouch Harbour Act set up an Authority (CHA) to manage all aspects of the Crouch and Roach Estuary, and required that stakeholders including leisure boating should be consulted through an advisory body. This was one of the main drivers behind the formation of CAYF at around the same time.
CAYF has continued to represent sailing and sports boating interests through the CHA Advisory group, the RYA and other bodies continuously for over 30 years.
CAYF provides a communication forum for leisure boating clubs in the Crouch and Roach area, providing liaison with the Crouch Harbour Authority, RYA and other bodies
