I had the great pleasure of visiting one of the Royal Town’s many gems today when I went to see the Sutton Coldfield Sailing Club and meet the senior management team and those who run this brilliant local club and facility

Sutton Coldfield Sailing Club has been on the water since1931. Based on Powell’s Pool, the club, which is open to anyone, gives members of all skill levels the chance to experience Sutton Park’s splendour year-round

Meeting with the Commodore Simon Belcher and the Sailing Secretary David Dunn, I heard of the terrific plans which are afoot to renovate and modernise the changing rooms - so that they can fully serve the 300 members there and also the wonderful outreach work the club does in the community.

I hope the club’s own resources will be bolstered by the successful application for grants being made locally - which as their MP I strongly support.