http://www.valhallayachting.com/events Valhalla Yachting Events en-us 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 the event recreates yacht racing as it was between the 1910’s and 1930’s. The Regatta offers an exceptional opportunity to see some of the world’s finest classic yachts racing in our home waters. An ‘A’ list turnout is anticipated to include Mariquita, Mariette, Eleonora and Brittania. The yachts will compete over similar courses that they or their predecessors will have done with courses of 40 to 50 miles. This is one of our top tips of what to watch in 2012! http://www.valhallayachting.com/events/22 http://www.valhallayachting.com/events/22 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. http://www.valhallayachting.com/events/20 http://www.valhallayachting.com/events/20 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 our Olympic year and will provide some excellent spectating opportunities. http://www.valhallayachting.com/events/37 http://www.valhallayachting.com/events/37 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. http://www.valhallayachting.com/events/11 http://www.valhallayachting.com/events/11 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. http://www.valhallayachting.com/events/41 http://www.valhallayachting.com/events/41 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 a time limit, this time it will include the Nab Tower! No more than 4 of the J class have ever raced together, so this really is history in the making. http://www.valhallayachting.com/events/49 http://www.valhallayachting.com/events/49 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 Palma winner SY Drumfire (24m), SY Heartbeat (24m), SY Savannah (27m), and the maxi superyacht SY Mari Cha III (45m). The regatta will culminate with a race to London on 25th July. http://www.valhallayachting.com/events/53 http://www.valhallayachting.com/events/53 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 including dinghies, keelboats and windsurfers either match or fleet racing. Mastery over ever-changing conditions on open water requires skill and nerve. Both will be essential for competitors in the Sailing events at London 2012. 14 days of competition should offer plenty of excitement and drama in the beautiful but testing waters of Weymouth Bay. And our Swan 55s will be there to soak up the atmosphere ….. You can charter one of our beautiful Swan 55 foot yachts to spectate the action in the Bay and catch the atmosphere of this superb Olympic event. Come along and support our medal winning sailors and enjoy the carnival atmosphere of this unique Olympic venue where there will be a whole host of shore activities and entertainment too. With prices from £300 a head for a once in a lifetime opportunity, it’s unmissable! Charter rate: £3600+VAT per race day, £4500+VAT on medal days, inclusive of hospitality, with capacity up to 12 guests http://www.valhallayachting.com/events/26 http://www.valhallayachting.com/events/26 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. http://www.valhallayachting.com/events/21 http://www.valhallayachting.com/events/21 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 dinner on the Saturday evening. It's a well-respected industry social event and great fun! http://www.valhallayachting.com/events/15 http://www.valhallayachting.com/events/15 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! http://www.valhallayachting.com/events/17 http://www.valhallayachting.com/events/17