Forget resolutions, diets, and January blues, it’s time to start planning this year’s sailing season!
British Classic Week will return to Cowes this summer from 16th to 23rd July to celebrate the regatta’s 20th anniversary.
Planning is already underway for the 2022 edition of the regatta and after so much positive feedback from last year, the format remains the same: quality racing and lively socialising. The request has gone in for wall-to-wall sunshine and a constant breeze; watch this space…
On the water, the competitive six-race series will be set by the Royal Yacht Squadron for IRC classic yachts of 24ft and over, or modern classic, Spirit of Tradition yachts of either wood or steel construction. This year, the regatta will host a new class for gaff-rigged yachts to race under OGA ratings.
Classic motor boats are once again invited to join the regatta to watch the action on the water and join the camaraderie ashore. A varied programme of activities will be on offer for cruising yachts interested in a week of social sailing to explore nearby picturesque coastlines and Solent hot spots.
The shoreside scene is set to be as vibrant as ever and the regatta marquee at Cowes Yacht Haven will no doubt be buzzing with the sound of old friends catching up and new faces being introduced. The regatta will see the return of everyone’s favourite socials including drinks at the Royal Yacht Squadron and the Open Yachts Pontoon Party sponsored by Classic Boat magazine, with drinks from Hattiers Rum and Dartmouth Gin. Suffolk-based brewery Adnams will be keeping crew and guests refreshed during the week.
Thanks to the regatta’s valued sponsors Spirit Yachts, OneSails GBR, and Classic Boat magazine for their continued sponsorship of the racing, alongside event support from Suffolk Yacht Harbour and traditional chandlery Classic Marine.
This year, British Classic Week will continue its charity partnership with Tall Ships Youth Trust. By bringing together crews of different social backgrounds and taking them on residential sailing voyages, Tall Ships Youth Trust provides invaluable support to young people aged 12-25 across the UK.
Entry for the regatta will open in February, please contact Mary Scott Jackson (details below) with any queries in the meantime.
Event query? Contact Mary Scott Jackson: mary@msjevents.co.uk / 01983 245100 / 07790 770 526
