Yachts & Yachting Regatta Guide 2020

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GREAT BRITISH SUMMER EVENTS

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SUMMER REGATTA GUIDE 2020 NORTH BASSENTHWAITE LAKE SAILING WEEK 1-9 August, Bassenthwaite SC, Bassenthwaite Lake, Cumbria OVERVIEW: Bassweek Regatta is billed as one of the very top sailing events for any bucket list: well appointed and refurbished

clubhouse overlooking stunning scenery; the only power craft on the lake are the regatta’s safety boats; extensive grounds for camping and caravanning; daily class and fleet racing with generous awards; and extensive social programmes both for competitors and for younger family members.

INSIDER TIP: Discounts on both

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camping and regatta entry fee if received by 1 June.

SPONSORS: The Lakes Distillery and its One product brand.

Additional sponsorship for individual series and races.

WEBSITE: bassenthwaite-sc.org.uk FILEY SAILING CLUB REGATTA 20-21 June, Filey SC, Arndale Country Carpark, Filey, North Yorkshire OVERVIEW: Annual regatta in beautiful Filey Bay offering spectacular sailing location. Two courses each day: ‘P’ course for traditional classes, and windward-leeward course for asymmetric classes.

Club opens Friday afternoon 19 June; until Sunday evening 21 June.

Food, snacks, bar and Saturday night entertainment. Plenty of local accommodation including camping through the club.

INSIDER TIP: Traditional seaside holiday town with plenty of beach and ice cream to enjoy. Check with club as date may be subject to change.

SPONSOR: Craftinsure WEBSITE: fileysc.org.uk/openevents/regatta-1

LORD BIRKETT MEMORIAL TROPHY Postponed – new date TBA, Ullswater YC, Howtown Road, Pooley Bridge, Penrith OVERVIEW: Two ACH races cover the length of Ullswater, one on Saturday and one on Sunday.

Ample space for camping and campervans, plus on-site catering and entertainment

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all weekend makes the Birkett a true festival of sailing.

INSIDER TIP: Enter early, the limit of 230 boats is usually reached long before the event and entry is online only.

WEBSITE: ullswateryachtclub.org

with stunning scenery and a legendary social programme.

INSIDER TIP: Plan early as accommodation gets booked up.

Accommodation is available on a nightly basis in the club bunk room.

WEBSITE: ryyc.org.uk

ROYAL YORKSHIRE YACHT CLUB REGATTA 25-31 July, Royal Yorkshire YC, Bridlington, East Yorkshire OVERVIEW: Open regatta sailed in Bridlington Bay, with prizes both for the overall week and first three days. Separate committee boat starts for IRC and local handicap cruisers, Contessa 26s, Yorkshire One Designs, sportsboats/ modern dayboats and Dart 18 catamarans. All of this is combined

SCARBOROUGH YACHT CLUB OPEN REGATTA 29-31 August, Scarborough YC, Scarborough Lighthouse, North Yorkshire OVERVIEW: Racing over three days of August bank holiday weekend with IRC, 707, Sonata and SYC club handicap, traditionally attracting 40-50 entrants.

INSIDER TIP: Prep for calms and gales, dressage and dining, and the finest steaks and salads outside of a South African beach BBQ. SPONSOR: James Stockdale Ltd potato suppliers; next time you eat oven ready chips think of Scarborough Yacht Club Regatta!

WEBSITE: syc.org.uk

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ULLSWATER LEARN TO SAIL WEEK 10-14 August, Ullswater YC, Pooley Bridge, Penrith OVERVIEW: Learn to sail on this beautiful lake and take advantage of all the facilities UYC has to offer.

A week of RYA courses open to all ages: RYA Level One – Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, 10-12 August; RYA Level Two – Thursday and Friday, 13-14 August. RYA Level One and Two – 10-14 August. For details contact sailing manager

Edmund Clarke 07826 382612 or email uycsdo@gmail.com INSIDER TIP: If you book more than one person on the course there is a 10% discount.

WEBSITE: ullswateryachtclub.org

EAST ALDEBURGH YACHT CLUB REGATTA 16-21 August, Aldeburgh YC, Slaughden Road, Aldeburgh, Suffolk OVERVIEW: The annual Aldeburgh Regatta is typically attended by upwards of 350 boats and sees both close racing and a very active social programme, culminating in the annual regatta ball. Racing on the river, with morning class racing for Dragons, Flying Fifteens, K6s, Loch Longs, Wayfarers and Lasers, plus handicap starts for dinghies and keelboats.

Afternoons see handicap races for cruisers, keelboats, dinghies and Aldeburgh Lapwings.

The week before, 9-13 August, is Aldeburgh Youth & Junior Regatta, which attracts in excess of 150 boats, including RS Teras, RS Fevas, Optimists and Lasers, and a handicap fleet.

INSIDER TIP: This unspoilt seaside town is a great place to combine a regatta with a family holiday.

Book accommodation early as it’s a popular holiday destination.

WEBSITE: aldeburghyc.org.uk

BLACKWATER SAILING CLUB REGATTA AND CLUB WEEK Club Week 16-21 August & Regatta 22 August, Blackwater SC, Heybridge, Essex OVERVIEW: Annual Regatta and Club Week with class racing for Toppers, Mirrors, Optimists, Fireballs, Lasers, Wayfarers and Sprites, plus handicap racing for Medium and Fast Handicap, Fast and Club Cruisers. During and after the regatta there are inshore fun events and there is a full social programme during the week.

INSIDER TIP: With over 100 boats to launch and recover every day, good discipline on the ramp is essential – arrive early and listen to the ramp master!

WEBSITE: blackwatersailingclub.org.uk BURNHAM WEEK 29 August-5 September, Burnham on Crouch, Essex OVERVIEW: Eight days of racing with prizes for weekends and the week,

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(Waveneys, Broads and Yare & Bures) have class races, plus there are mixed keelboat races. There’s a busy social programme and some racing in the evenings.

INSIDER TIP: Find accommodation afloat if possible, such as aboard hire cruisers – and bring your children – they’ll love it!

WEBSITE: wobyc.com

Horning Open Regatta Week

welcoming a wide range of keel boats and dinghies in this well run, competitive and fun regatta. Also hosting the MOCRA Nationals, RS Elite Eastern Areas and, with EAORA, more cruisers in the Town Cup. Entry forms available now, so take advantage of early offers.

INSIDER TIP: A flexible programme of fun, competitive sailing, do as much as you like and enjoy the friendly active social scene – enter early for discount.

SPONSORS: Craftinsure, Fambridge Yacht Haven, Church & Hawes, Lonton & Gray, Rice & Cole, LAS Partnership, Holt, Allen, The Financial Practice, The Old Salt Loft, Dewhirst WEBSITE: burnhamweek.com

PHOTOS: HOLLY HANCOCK, CHRISSIE WESTGATE, DAVID HARDING, TONY KETLEY, CHRIS BROWN

DEBEN YACHT CLUB REGATTA WEEK 6-10 August, Deben YC, Woodbridge, Suffolk OVERVIEW: Come and race at a super-friendly club in a beautiful location. Five days of racing, a BBQ, rounders and good times.

Everyone welcome.

WEBSITE: debenyachtclub.co.uk

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EAST ANGLIAN OFFSHORE REGATTA 2-5 July, Harwich, Ostend, Ramsgate OVERVIEW: Almost 300 miles of offshore racing over four days, including a 24-hour stopover in Ostend. This established offshore regatta starts at Harwich with a race on Thursday 2 July to Ostend for the Graham Wallis Trophy.

Friday is a relaxing day in Ostend with a complimentary pontoon party and rum galore. Saturday, the race heads to Ramsgate for the Cannonball Trophy; Sunday it’s the final race back to Harwich.

Organised by EAORA, West Mersea YC, Royal North Sea YC, Haven Ports YC, Medway YC and The Royal Temple YC. INSIDER TIP: Enjoy the complimentary pontoon party and sample the warmth of the Royal Temple YC on the Saturday.

SPONSOR: MS Amlin WEBSITE: eaora.org HORNING OPEN REGATTA WEEK 3-7 August, Horning SC, Norfolk Broads

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OVERVIEW: The annual open regatta at Horning SC sees the River Bure at Horning become a hive of activity, with racing from 9am-6pm every day outside the clubhouse. Races for dinghies, keelboats and river cruisers – and great for spectators, too!

INSIDER TIP: There are great socials every night – come and get involved.

WEBSITE: horning-sailing.club MERSEA WEEK 16-21 August, West Mersea YC & Dabchicks SC, Mersea Island, Essex OVERVIEW: Mersea Week is a fabulous, friendly, fun week of sailing with expert and professional race management. The beautiful River Blackwater provides an ideal setting from which to run daily racing with courses for all classes.

INSIDER TIP: The week is followed

by West Mersea Town Regatta, 22 August.

SPONSORS: Weekly sponsors are Marinestore Chandlery and Adnams Brewery Southwold WEBSITE: merseaweek.org OULTON WEEK 23-28 August, Waveney & Oulton Broad YC, Oulton Broad, Suffolk OVERVIEW: Six days of racing for dinghies, keelboats and river cruisers. The dinghies are in fast and slow handicap fleets, although Lasers and Optimists will also have some class races.

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PYEFLEET WEEK 2-7 August, Brightlingsea SC, Essex OVERVIEW: A good old-fashioned family race week hosted by one of the East Coast’s premier dinghy clubs. Great racing for dinghies, cats and local dayboats, plus special cadet and parent and child races. Shoreside fun for all ages, including activities for the kids, full galley and bar service, plus social events every evening. All based on the stunningly beautiful Brightlingsea Creek and Colne River.

INSIDER TIP: Come prepared for friendly, competitive racing and beachside fun, don’t forget your dancing pumps and book accommodation early!

WEBSITE: pyefleetweek. sailbrightlingsea.com RAMSGATE WEEK 26-31 July, Royal Temple YC, Ramsgate, Kent OVERVIEW: Recognised as the ‘friendly regatta’, with all entertainment run from the hub of the Royal Temple YC just five minutes’ walk from your berth. The event attracts entries from the UK and Europe. Hosting the Spinlock IRC East Coast Championships, as well as the famous Gold Cup and QEII Races, and kickstarting the event with the challenging Round the Goodwins Race, it’s a great alternative to Cowes.

INSIDER TIP: Using the tides gives you a big advantage. Near the Brake Sands, temporary race marks are laid in less depth: when the wind comes from the prevailing southwest, same as the tide, keep to the right.

SPONSORS: Headline sponsor Euromarine Insurance Services, plus ICOM, Shepherdneame, Page & Sons, Miles & Barr Estate Agents WEBSITE: ramsgateweek.com

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ROYAL HARWICH YACHT CLUB SMUGGLERS WEEKEND 4-5 July, Royal Harwich YC, Woolverstone, Suffolk OVERVIEW: Fleet Racing for National 12, Wayfarer, Phantom, Finn, Laser and Handicap Fleets with an all-class pursuit race on Saturday afternoon. Live music on Saturday night.

INSIDER TIP: This year the tides are early so think about planning to arrive on Friday night to be ready for an early start on Saturday.

WEBSITE: royalharwichyachtclub. co.uk/racing/open-racing-events

ROYAL HARWICH YACHT CLUB JUNIOR RACE WEEK & REGATTA WEEKEND Junior Race Week, 17-21 August & Regatta Weekend, 30-31 August, Royal Harwich YC, Woolverstone, Suffolk OVERVIEW: Junior Race Week offers friendly racing and social fun for young people aged 18 or under at 31 August. Class starts for Handicap, Lasers, Topper, RS Tera and Optimist dinghies, with a regatta fleet for younger sailors.

The Regatta Weekend then offers fleet racing for Ajax Keelboats, Laser and Handicap Fleets, with an all-class pursuit race on Saturday afternoon. Races for yachts. Games, crabbing and live music on Sunday afternoon.

INSIDER TIP: Junior Week offers enjoyable racing and a chance to try a new class, particularly if friends all borrow the same class of boat! Regatta Weekend is a great opportunity for families to sail together at a fun event.

WEBSITE: royalharwichyachtclub.co.uk WHITSTABLE WEEK 3-7 August, Whitstable YC, Kent

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OVERVIEW: Competitive 10-race week for dinghies and catamarans on the sea off Whitstable. Great racing for Lasers, Tasars, Merlin Rockets, B14s, Wanderers, Toppers, Dart 18s, F18s, Hurricanes, Tornadoes and other dinghies.

Live music and entertainment all week. Sample the local delights of the town’s award-winning shops, pubs and restaurants on the club’s doorstep.

INSIDER TIP: Less than 90 minutes from central London, or an hour from the M25. Lots of accommodation available in the town or book a bunk room in the club!

WEBSITE: wyc.org.uk

exciting week. There is a full racing programme throughout the week to enjoy as well as social events ranging from Casino & Cocktails and the End of Regatta Party to quiz evenings and a film night.

Booking for social events available online, entries for races available on the day.

INSIDER TIP: Camping available during the week, with limited availability and pre-booking required. Call the office on 01603 782808 for more details.

WEBSITE: nbyc.co.uk

WROXHAM WEEK 26 July-2 August, Norfolk Broads YC, Wroxham, Norfolk OVERVIEW: Fabulous week full of competitive racing and lively socials. All ages encouraged, from beginner Optimist racers to more seasoned racers – there is something for everyone during this

CHICHESTER HARBOUR RACE WEEK 17-21 August, organised by Chichester Harbour Federation from Hayling Island SC, Hampshire OVERVIEW: More than 350 dinghies over three courses. Series A – class starts for Fireball, Flying Fifteen, D Zero and RS Aero 9, Finn, RS200, Foiling Moth,

BRITISH CLASSIC WEEK 18-25 July, British Classic YC, Cowes Yacht Haven, Isle of Wight OVERVIEW: This premier classic yacht regatta attracts entries from all over the world and, with shoreline starts from the Royal Yacht Squadron, the racing provides a breathtaking spectacle for onlookers.

INSIDER TIP: Stunning classic yachts all available to view in Cowes Yacht Haven.

SPONSORS: Classic Boat, One Sails, Spirit Yachts WEBSITE: britishclassicweek.co.uk

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Asymmetric and Fast handicaps.

Series B – class starts for RS Aero 7 and Laser, Solo, Laser Radial and 4.7, RS Feva, RS Tera, Medium and Slow handicaps.

Series C – class start in the mouth of the harbour for RS Elites.

Additional class fleets of 10 or more may be given their own start.

INSIDER TIP: Early bird online entry until 30 June.

WEBSITE: chichesterharbourraceweek. sailevent.net CHICHESTER YACHT CLUB DINGHY WEEK 3-7 August, Chichester YC, Chichester Marina, Birdham, West Sussex OVERVIEW: Dinghy Week is five fun days of relaxed sailing and racing, with an equally busy programme of after-sailing events, including a beach party, outdoor games and a barn dance. All sailors are welcome and there is an additional focus on families and juniors. You can even camp out for the week. While the majority of racing is handicap, fleet racing will be provided for any class with strong interest and, alongside the club’s open racing programme, there is also a start racing fleet.

INSIDER TIP: This highly enjoyable week culminates in a popular prize-giving BBQ event.

WEBSITE: cyc.co.uk MUDEFORD WEEK 2-7 August, Mudeford SC, Christchurch, Dorset OVERVIEW: Six days of racing, fun

sailing competitions and social events based around Christchurch Harbour.

INSIDER TIP: Take time to find out where the shallows are!

WEBSITE: mudefordsc.org POOLE WEEK 23-28 August, Parkstone YC, Poole Harbour, Dorset OVERVIEW: Six days of friendly and competitive racing in Poole Harbour for classes including Flying Fifteens, Darts, Lasers (full rig and Radial), RS200s and RS400s, Wayfarers, XODs, Cornish Shrimpers and Merlin Rockets. Handicap fleets, too, and class starts for any other fleet with 12 or more entries. Daily prizes and full social programme in Parkstone YC’s clubhouse overlooking the harbour.

INSIDER TIP: If you don’t know where the next mark is for a round-theharbour course, make sure you watch one of the fast local sailors!

SPONSORS: Bournemouth Digital (title sponsor); Hall & Woodhouse (Badger Beers); Axent (embroidery and printing) WEBSITE: PooleWeek.org WEYMOUTH DINGHY REGATTA 11-12 July, Yacht Clubs of Weymouth: Castle Cove SC, Weymouth SC, Royal Dorset YC OVERVIEW: Open to all dinghies, with class starts and racing offered depending on entry numbers, plus fast and slow fleets, attracting 99 entries in 2019. Dinghies are based at scenic Castle Cove SC in Old Castle Road, Weymouth, with racing in Portland Harbour or Weymouth Bay. WEBSITE: weymouthdinghyregatta.uk WEYMOUTH YACHT REGATTA 12-13 September, Yacht Clubs of Weymouth: Weymouth SC, Castle Cove SC, Royal Dorset YC and RNSA Portland OVERVIEW: Racing in Weymouth Bay and Portland Harbour, as chosen for the London 2012 Olympics due to the steady breeze, easy racecourse access within 10 minutes of leaving your mooring, and the ability to set a variety of courses. Open to yachts with IRC or VPRS ratings, along with numerous one-design classes.

WEBSITE: weymouthregatta.uk

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INSIDER TIP: Book camping early as it is peak season.

WEBSITE: cvrda.org & roadfordlakesailingclub.org.uk

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PHOTOS: CHRIS HATTON, TOM GRUITT, MAX WILLCOCK

COWES SPRING CLASSICS 4-6 September, MSJ Events/Cowes Corinthian YC, Shepards Marina, Isle of Wight OVERVIEW: This regatta, based at Shepards Marina, attracts a wide range of classic yachts, including cruisers and cruiser racers, gaff-rigged yachts and pilot cutters, dayboats and raters, classic Metre yachts, plus modern Spirit of Tradition yachts.

INSIDER TIP: Visitors welcome to view the yachts at Shepards Marina.

SPONSORS: British Classic YC, Henri Lloyd, Classic Marine, West System, Mermaid Gin, Solent Wealth, Ratsey & Lapthorn, Rigit, Classic Boat, Shoreside Lettings WEBSITE: cowesspringclassics.com COWES WEEK 8-15 August, Cowes Week Ltd, Regatta House, Cowes, Isle of Wight OVERVIEW: Cowes Week is one of the UK’s longest running and most successful sporting events, and is a key highlight of the British sporting summer. The regatta sees over 800 boats in up to 40 different classes take part in eight days of exciting racing. The lively ‘après sail’ atmosphere at Cowes Week means there are also plenty of social onshore activities

for sailors and the thousands of spectators who visit each year.

INSIDER TIP: Be part of the action! Enter online cowesweek.co.uk/go/enter or book a spot on a spectator boat.

SPONSORS: Chatham, Musto, Westerhall Rum, Sunsail, aql, Yachts & Yachting WEBSITE: cowesweek.co.uk

SOUTHWEST BABBACOMBE REGATTA 18-19 July, Babbacombe Corinthian SC, Oddicombe Beach, Torquay, Devon OVERVIEW: The 194th Babbacombe Regatta aims to deliver a great weekend of sailing and socialising from its picturesque location. Steeped in history, the earliest recorded regatta was in 1820. Today the regatta offers a warm welcome for visitors, who are invited to register their interest by emailing babbacombe.corinthians@gmail. com There’s a Commodore Reception at Top Clubhouse, St Marychurch, on the Saturday.

INSIDER TIP: Arrive in good time – the Oddicombe Beach clubhouse and boat compound is accessed via the steep Oddicombe Beach Hill Road.

SPONSOR: Moatt Sails – not just a sail maker WEBSITE: babbacombe-sc.com Falmouth Classics

CAMEL WEEK & JUNIOR CAMEL WEEK 14-19 August for Camel Week & 25-30 July for Junior Camel Week, Rock Sailing and Water Ski Club, Rock, Cornwall OVERVIEW: Camel Week is the highlight of the club’s sailing year and is one of the largest menagerie regattas outside of Cowes Week.

The event attracts a cross-section of classes and abilities, and with a combination of Pursuit and Scottish-system racing and social events through the week, there is something for everyone.

Junior Camel Week is aimed at under-18s and, while having a strong competitive element, is designed to provide children with fun and enjoyment, with varied sailing and social events organised throughout the week.

WEBSITE: rswsc.co.uk CVRDA (CLASSIC & VINTAGE) SW RALLY 18-19 July, Roadford Lake SC, near Lifton, Devon OVERVIEW: This very relaxed Classic and Vintage Racing Dinghy Association regatta focuses on vintage sailing dinghies and is based on taking part and exhibiting the boat as much as winning. CVRDA keeps a register of eligible boats, with full details on their website. There will be evening BBQs and camping for tents/caravans etc available on site.

FALMOUTH SAILING WEEK 8-15 August (Helford River SC – 9 August; Mylor YC – 10 August; Restronguet SC – 11 August; Ancasta Champagne Race Day – 12 August; Royal Cornwall YC – 13 August; St Mawes SC – 14 August; Flushing SC – 15 August), Falmouth, Cornwall OVERVIEW: Falmouth Sailing Week, organised by The Port of Falmouth Sailing Association, offers a variety of regattas for all to partake in. Seven consecutive days of racing hosted by six local sailing and yacht clubs in two arenas for racing: the Bay Fleet and the Carrick Fleet.

Daily prize-giving with shoreside entertainment in Events Square.

INSIDER TIP: Fun for all the family.

Skippers’ briefing and reception at the RCYC on the evening of Saturday 8 August.

SPONSORS: Ancasta International Boat Sales, Mylor Yacht Harbour, Hine Downing Solicitors.

WEBSITE: falmouthweek. co.uk/sailing-week PASAB (PENZANCE AROUND SCILLY AND BACK) 24-27 July, Penzance SC, Albert Pier, Penzance, Cornwall OVERVIEW: PASAB is the club’s annual race, which has been running since 1978. It is made up of three legs: Friday night is the race to Scilly from Penzance; Leg 2 on Sunday is a race around the islands (various courses dependent on conditions) and Leg 3 on Monday is the race back to Penzance.

INSIDER TIP: PASAB is a great way to see the delights of the Isles of Scilly.

WEBSITE: pzsc.org.uk/pasab/ PLYMOUTH DINGHY REGATTA 13-14 June, Port of Plymouth Sailing Association, Plymouth Sound, Devon OVERVIEW: Plymouth Regatta is going from strength to strength, incorporating several national championships within it in the last few years. Based in the UK’s first National Marine Park, there will be

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August 22nd – 29th 2020 Yacht Racing Weds 26th- Sat 29th August IRC, Cruisers/SWYTC and Classic Classes

27th - 29th August White Sail Event & Gaffers

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11-13 September 2020 • Three days of fun and competitive • Lively social programme ashore • Free berthing racing • Cruiser/racer, sports boat, quarter • Open to newcomers as well as regular visitors ton, day boat, dinghy, sport catamaran and windsurfer classes

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Torbay Royal Regatta

racing for mixed handicap classes and one design starts for classes that field over five boats, with boat storage, changing facilities and social at Mount Batten.

INSIDER TIP: Watch out for shipping movements; Plymouth is a naval port, so big traffic has right of way.

SPONSORS: Cattewater Harbour Commission, Plymouth Waterfront Partnership, Mount Batten Centre, Freshwave, Highwater Sails, Dinghy Shack, Plymouth Youth Sailing, Mount Batten Boathouse WEBSITE: dinghy-regatta.ppsa.org.uk

PHOTOS: SPORTOGRAPY.TV, PGC PHOTOGRAPHY, NEILL ROSS PHOTOGRAPHY

PLYMOUTH YACHT REGATTA 10-12 July, Port of Plymouth Sailing Association, Plymouth Sound OVERVIEW: Plymouth Yacht Regatta is one of the great success stories in southwest yachting over the last couple of years. Supported

by Plymouth Yacht Haven and its tenants, the regatta includes the Impala National Championship, One Design racing for J/24s, 2.4mRs and the new RC1000 class, as well as mixed handicap and IRC racing. Berthing, craning and social at Plymouth Yacht Haven.

INSIDER TIP: Plymouth’s complex tidal systems are widely available for study before you arrive. Check out some of the back eddies.

SPONSORS: Cattewater Harbour Commission, Plymouth Waterfront Partnership, Plymouth Yacht Haven and tenants, Freshwave, Dart Sails and Covers, Dinghy Shack WEBSITE: yacht-regatta.ppsa.org.uk PORT OF DARTMOUTH ROYAL REGATTA 22-29 August, Royal Dart YC, Kingswear, Dartmouth, Devon OVERVIEW: Dartmouth Royal Regatta is a family-oriented regatta that offers competitive racing in Start Bay and the River Dart, with a wide range of activities for all the family, including a funfair and firework display on the Saturday evening. Junior and Senior dinghy regattas start the week’s racing from 22-25 August and the yacht regatta follows from 26-29 August.

The Mayflower 400 celebrations start on Sunday 30 August with a fantastic river pageant – a great way to finish the week.

INSIDER TIP: Dartmouth Royal Regatta is very popular with visiting yachts so make sure you book your accommodation early.

Details available on the website.

SPONSORS: Salcombe Gin, Pilot Financial, Paradigm Norton, Chatham Marine, Savills,

Dream Charter Holidays WEBSITE: dartmouthsailingweek.com SALCOMBE YACHT CLUB REGATTA 9-14 August, Salcombe YC, Salcombe, Devon OVERVIEW: The Salcombe Gin SYC Regatta is held in the stunning Salcombe Estuary and is now celebrating its 125th year. An exceptional week of close racing, lively entertainment and the Jack Wills University Cup, with reduced entry for university students.

Multiple competitive fleets: Junior Handicap and Toppers, RS400s, RS200s, Phantom, Merlin Rocket, Lark, Enterprise, Lasers, National Twelves, Salcombe Yawls, Solos and Handicap.

INSIDER TIP: Spectating the racing from the SYC terrace is a special delight for all. Salcombe Gin’s sponsorship enables a cool and fun social atmosphere.

SPONSOR: Salcombe Gin WEBSITE: salcombeyc.org.uk TORBAY ROYAL REGATTA 21-23 August, Royal Torbay YC, Torquay, Devon OVERVIEW: Racing for IRC and Cruiser Classes, Sportsboats, PY Dinghies and Junior Classes over two days, on some of the finest sailing waters in the UK. The Spinlock IRC South West Championships will return to Torbay as part of the regatta.

Ladies will be specially recognised with prizes in all classes and the prestigious Addison Gold Cup for the highest-placed IRC boat with a predominately female crew.

INSIDER TIP: Free berthing for yachts and dinghies is included in the entry fees, and from the sheltered harbour there is quick and easy access to the race areas. A commodore’s welcome party on the Friday will get the regatta off to a great start.

WEBSITE: rtyc.org

SCOTLAND FINDHORN REGATTA & FINDHORN WEEK Regatta Weekend, 18-19 July; Findhorn Week, 20-24 July, Royal Findhorn YC, Findhorn, Moray OVERVIEW: Findhorn Regatta Weekend welcomes sailors of all abilities from five to 80 years of age, with a range of boats from Optimists to Musto Skiffs and 49ers, and everything in between, offering a unique blend of racing in a picture-postcard setting. The racecourse for the faster boats and more experienced sailors is on the open sea of the Moray Firth, with a second course for the slower boats and less confident sailors in the confines of the large bay. This year will also host an RS400 Travellers event. Findhorn Week then offers a mix of competitive and relaxed sailing, a child-friendly atmosphere and great socials.

WEBSITE: rfyc.co.uk ST KILDA CHALLENGE 11-13 June, hosted by Clyde Cruising Club & Comann na Mara, Outer Hebrides

OVERVIEW: In surely the UK’s most stunning offshore racing, the St. Kilda challenge includes three fleets, two races and one cruise to the stunning dual UNESCO world heritage site of St Kilda. A cruise in company or sprint race from Scotland’s Outer Hebrides provides fast-paced or leisurely sailing for all, while the overnight passage race from Rathlin Island adds an exciting offshore element.

INSIDER TIP: Keep something in the tank for a step ashore at St Kilda, before cruising to Lochmaddy for a great Scottish Islands celebration.

SPONSORS: Sponsorship details can be found on the website WEBSITE: thestkildachallenge.co.uk WEST HIGHLAND YACHTING WEEK 1-7 August, Royal Highland YC & Oban SC, with regatta moving between Craobh Haven, Oban and Tobermory OVERVIEW: Stunning surroundings with a winning combination of round-the-buoys and passage racing, supported by an excellent social programme. In addition to spinnaker classes, restricted sail classes are offered, which attract skippers with limited experience, crew or equipment. While these classes also suit the yachts with small children aboard, some of the most competitive crew members are the children themselves!

Many competitors are infrequent racers, often first-timers – the committee is always delighted to encourage those dipping a toe into racing waters for the first time.

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SPONSORS: Tunnocks, Argyll and Bute Council, Scottish Seafarms, Owen Sails, Dunstaffanage Marina, Tobermory Harbour WEBSITE: whyw.co.uk

WALES ABERSOCH DINGHY WEEK 26-31 July, registration 25 July, South Caernarvonshire YC, Abersoch OVERVIEW: Abersoch Dinghy Week attracts all classes of dinghies from around the UK, racing in and around the picturesque Cardigan Bay. One mixed-class race per day starting off the beach (RS, Lasers, Mirrors, etc); or a class start for 10+ boats; and, following last year’s success, a catamaran class. There’s also plenty of social entertainment shoreside throughout the week and over 200+ entries every year, so join the fun at SCYC’s Abersoch Dinghy Week.

SPONSOR: Abersoch Boatyard WEBSITE: scyc.co.uk

such as swimming, rowing, kayak and SUP races, sand building etc.

Cruiser round-the-cans (IRC/NHC) and feeder races (23 August).

INSIDER TIP: Check the weather if sailing to New Quay.

WEBSITE: cardiganbayregatta.co.uk MENAI STRAIT REGATTAS 3-15 August, Menai Strait, Beaumaris to Caernarfon OVERVIEW: Raced over a fortnight on the Menai Strait, a narrow stretch of water separating Anglesey from mainland North Wales. The majority of the boats racing are classic boats, such as the Fife OD, Mersey Mylne OD and Conway OD. Cruisers and dinghies are also welcome, racing in handicap fleets. The event is largely based at Beaumaris towards the northern end of the Strait, but other venues are included right to Caernarfon towards the southern end. The Regattas include the iconic races from Beaumaris to Caernarfon through the Swellies and round Puffin Island.

INSIDER TIP: The regatta is an open event for all with a reasonable daily entry fee.

SPONSOR: Clogau Gold (Gold of Royalty) WEBSITE: menaistraitregattas.org.uk

NEW QUAY KEELBOAT REGATTA 26-28 June, New Quay YC, Ceredigion OVERVIEW: Well-organised inshore keelboat racing in beautiful Cardigan Bay. Unspoilt, clear waters teeming with wildlife, including a resident family of dolphins. Racing over three days, including windward-leeward and a coastal race. IRC and NHC, plus Hawk 20 Welsh Nationals.

Contact cruiser captain Chris Seal on 07765 900259.

INSIDER TIP: Book early to secure spaces. New Quay is a drying harbour (sand) and is open to the north, favouring liftkeel and bilge keel yachts.

WEBSITE: nqyc.club

CHANNEL ISLANDS JERSEY REGATTA 10-13 September, Royal Channel Islands YC, St Helier YC and St Catherine’s SC OVERVIEW: The three-day Carey Olsen Jersey Regatta provides great racing coupled with a warm and welcoming programme ashore.

The regatta includes the Spinlock IRC Channel Islands Regional Championship, which is open to

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Trophies and prizes are awarded each day and for best overall performance. Eligible classes include IRC Sportsboat, Cruiser/ Racer, Quarter Ton and RYA NHC (for boats without a rating) and dayboat, dinghy, sportcatamaran and windsurfer (Kona) classes. Early bird discounts for entries received by 21 August.

INSIDER TIP: Ship chandlers and refuelling stations are located at St Helier and St Aubin’s Harbours. Book early for accommodation as the island will be buzzing in September – see the Visit Jersey website for a wealth of information.

SPONSOR: Offshore law firm Carey Olsen, in its first year as title sponsor. Supported by Ports of Jersey (complimentary berthing and services) and Condor Ferries (discounted fares) WEBSITE: jerseyregatta.com

IMPORTANT! All details correct at time of print. However, in light of the developing Covid-19 pandemic, please check directly with event organisers for further updates.

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ABERSOCH KEELBOAT WEEK 24-28 August, South Caernarvonshire YC, Abersoch OVERVIEW: Abersoch Keelboat Week is a true summer regatta for all types of cruising and race boats. Year on year it attracts a strong IRC fleet from the UK and Ireland, and the ever-popular white sail fleet has now been split to accommodate the true cruisers and the racier boats. Smaller keelboats under 25ft (7.6m) race on their own courses. Shoreside parties are a key part of the week and the daily prize-giving has become a hugely popular and humorous analysis of the day’s racing.

INSIDER TIP: Free moorings and cheap entry fees.

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