Calendar

11 Jun
Mon

Westward Cup, Royal Yacht Squadron
THE GLAMOUR OF BIG CLASS CLASSIC YACHT RACING RETURNS TO COWES IN JUNE 2012. Organised by the Royal, Yacht Squadron, New York Yacht Club and Yacht Club de Monaco, this unique event launches a revival of the Big Class classic yacht racing in the Solent. It aims to offer a glance back in history as
30 Jun
Sat

Round the Island Race
The annual Round the Island Race is one of the most popular fixtures on the Solent racing calendar. Attracting around 1700 entries, with some 15,000 participants, it is reputed to be the largest regatta in the world and is a colourful sight not to be missed! Please call for latest availability.
1 Jul
Sun

12 Metre World Championship, Cowes
Cowes is to host the 2012 ‘12 metre’ worlds. A classic racing yacht that has stood the test of time. Over 83, 12 Metre teams competed as contenders or defenders for the 10 America’s Cup matches between 1958 & 1987. A large gathering of the 12 metre yachts from around the world is anticipated in
8 Jul
Sun

Panerai British Classic Week
This event offers a chance to see some of the grandest old ladies of the sea, as they gather for their annual classic sailing event in Cowes. It is anticipated that some of the visiting big classic schooners may also take part.
11 Jul
Wed

12 Metre 100 Guineas Race around the Isle of Wight
A little piece of history repeating itself, for these classic America’s Cup Yachts. They return to Cowes to race anticlockwise around the Isle of Wight, over the same course as the first America's Cup race in 1851.
18 Jul
Wed

J Class Regatta in the Solent
With the possibility of six, or even eight J Class yachts racing, this is expected to be an outstanding regatta. The regatta includes the historic Hundred Guinea Cup On Saturday, July 21- a race around the Isle of Wight over the original course of the America’s Cup in 1851. Clockwise and without
22 Jul
Sun

Superyacht Regatta
Coming together in our Solent waters before the 2012 London Olympics, this is a first in the UK for the superyachts. Several yachts already registered include the impressive Hoek design SY Athos (62m), the Pendennis built SY Adela (55m), the Dubois designed SY Bliss (38m), and 2011 Superyacht Cup Pal
29 Jul
Sun

Team GB going for Gold in Weymouth
Led by triple gold medal-winner Ben Ainslie CBE, Team GB has topped the Sailing medals table at the last three Olympic Games. British sailors will be hoping to repeat the feat at London 2012, battling their rivals in Weymouth Bay. 380 athletes will compete for medals in 10 Olympic classes includin
11 Aug
Sat

Aberdeen Cowes Week Regatta
Firmly in our diaries as one of the biggest and best regattas in the world. 8 days of great racing with a fantastic shore programme of entertainment, culminating in a spectacular fireworks display on the Friday night. We offer the opportunity to race or spectate on board a fabulous Swan 55' yacht.
6 Sep
Thu

Little Britain Challenge Cup
The Little Britain Challenge Cup is the largest annual corporate yachting regatta in Europe with up to 200 yachts taking part. It's organised by - and for - the Construction Industry. There are plenty of excellent 'apres-sail' events including lots of parties, late-night music and a sit-down gala di
14 Sep
Fri

Southampton Boatshow
Why not combine your charter event with a day at the Southampton Boat Show where you can browse amongst the latest launches and boat accessories. It’s a great day out as well as a major retail opportunity!