Ullswater Open Winter Series gets under way

 

Despite the day dawning cold and wet with a discouraging weather forecast, Ullswater Yacht Club's open winter series got off to a successful start on Sunday 26 October.

An all-class handicap fleet of 16 boats of members and visitors soon warmed up in the 10 to 15 kt south-westerly, with three back to back races, each comprising two laps of a 0.6 mile windward leeward course via the Club start-finish line.

Keith Lockey and Paul Adams in their VX One were able to pull away downwind to win the first race, while Andy McAlea sailing an ILCA 6 won the second. The strengthening breeze favoured the asymmetric boats in third race, which was won by the 49er of Matty and James Lyons. Consistency counted though, and Jon Abbatt and Chris Mulholland lead the series in their Flying Fifteen, with two second places and one third place. Results can be found at the Ullswater Yacht Club website.

But with a total of 21 races in series - with 3 races every Sunday until 7th December, first start at 11.00, there is everything to play for. Entry for the entire series is free for members and £40 for visitors.

Winter Dinghy Racing at Warsash SC

 

Warsash Sailing Club warmly welcomes visiting dinghy sailors who wish to take part in our Winter and/or Aussie Summer race series, which run on Sunday mornings over the Winter Period from November to March.

Races start at 10:30 with Fast/Medium/Slow handicap fleets. Courses are set in the environs of Hamble River, Southampton Water and The Solent depending on the prevailing weather conditions. Back ashore, breakfast baps and hot drinks are available for purchase from 09:00 while post-race, the bar will be open, and lunch can be ordered at our Shore House HQ while you enjoy panoramic views of the Hamble from our newly refurbished River Room.

Visiting Sailors have use of the Club facilities on the Sunday(s) of the races during the series and on the Saturday before the start of the series to rig their boat ready for the next day.

Visiting sailors who have entered our Winter Series will be permitted to leave their boat in our boat pound at Warsash for the duration of the series they have entered.

The dates are:

Winter Series (8 weeks approx.); From Sunday 2nd November - Sunday 21st December

Break for Christmas

Aussie Summer Series (13 weeks approx.); From Sunday 4th January - 29th March

Fees Winter Series (approx. 8 weeks) Aussie Summer Series (approx. 13 weeks)

Single Hander £80 - 8 weeks      £130 - 13 weeks

Double Hander £104  - 8 weeks   £169 - 13 weeks 

To enter the Warsash SC Winter Series and/or Aussie Summer Series, please complete the form at :-

 warsashsc.org.uk/visitor-winter-sailing

SKUD18 UK Championship 2025 at Rutland Sailing Club

 

In a patchy wind, consistency and good tactics were the key and Rory shrugged off being in a strange boat with a new crew to win his first ever race in a SKUD. Christine Spray and Richard Johnson recovered well from a shocking start to claw through the fleet by going right early, picking up the best wind pressure and going from last to second by the finish.

Spray and Johnson got their act together for the next two races, finding the best wind and powering up the Spinnaker for two good first places. Meanwhile Rory and Tony faded a bit in the fickle weather, getting a fourth and a fifth but the Swans, third in race 1 and sailing an untried boat, were twice second and ominously close behind the leaders, ending the day only a couple of points behind.

The wind next day was stronger and gusty but still from the Southeast. Series leader Spray was living up to her name with water spitting over the bow but they were trapped in the lee of the fleet, allowing the Swans to break away and easily win the first race. Rory and Tony upped their game to come second, leaving the Series leaders to come third and now just a point ahead. The next race was a repeat, with the Swans looking fast and comfortable and winning by a large margin to lead the series by one point. The outcome now depended on the last race and a good start plus a slight reduction in wind strength inspired Spray and Johnson to break right and be level with the Swans rounding mark 1. Down the run both were even and the gybe angle was critical to catch the wind bend coming into Mark 2 but neither boat gained. Up the next beat Spray and Johnson inched ahead but downwind, good Spinnaker work by Stuart regained the lead by the final mark to seal their third win of the day and the Championship by two points overall. Pat Crowley and Charlie Plows had their best race to come third while Rory and Tony had their worst to come last.

So, a varied Championship with close racing and mixed fortunes for everyone. Will the cup return to Rutland next year or could it travel North of the border?... Watch this space!

Overall Results:

Pos Sail No Helm Crew R1 R2 R3 R4 R5 R6 Pts

1 10 Lynn Swan Stuart Swan ‑3 2 2 1 1 1 7

2 57 Christine Spray Richard Johnson 2 1 1 ‑3 3 2 9

3 42 Rory Mckinna Tony Gill 1 4 5 2 2 ‑6 14

4 11 Pat Crowley Charlie Plows 4 ‑6 3 5 6 3 21

5 77 Paul Pearson Neville Rose 5 3 ‑6 4 5 5 22

6 34 Alexa Bibby Evan Williams ‑6 5 4 6 4 4 23

Solo Offshore Racing Club Nab Tower Race

 

Despite the nearby named storm, the prospects looked promising for the final SORC race of the season on Saturday 25 October. Boats made their way to the start line in the Solent off Gurnard on a cold but sunny morning and a moderate breeze which was due to increase, but not too much.

Both the solo and double handed fleets had clean starts and, as they headed towards the Nab Tower, spinnakers soon popped out on this true downwind leg. The wind steadily increased during the morning to provide the challenge of successfully dropping kites while short-handed before rounding the mark.

The wind direction held steady for the true beat back to the finish at Snowden but it seemed that wind speed had not been given the forecast as rain and gusts over 30 knots began to appear. With wind over tide, the central eastern Solent became quite a lively place. After a long beat, now bruised and tired, the crews were relieved to pass the finish line.

The winner of Class 1 Solo was Steve Thomas on the C&C 115 Azora. Don Forster's First 31.7 Memory Maker won both Class 2 Solo and Solo overall. As well as gaining line honours, Peter and Duncan Bacon on the JPK 1030 In Code were the winners of Double Handed Class 4.

The full results including final series points are on the SORC website, as is a preview of the 2026 programme, open to both solo and double handed boats.

Irish Fireball End of Season Championship at Howth Yacht Club

 

Noel Butler & Mark Greer have won the Fireball End of Season Championship at Howth Yacht Club over the weekend (25 & 26 October). The National Yacht Club pair prevailed over locals Conor Twohig & Matthew Cotter at the event planned for Saturday and Sunday of the Bank Holiday Weekend.

The weather gods prevented play on Saturday. When teams arrived a cold northerly wind was already whistling through the rigging of keelboats at the club. Sailors were kept ashore for a short postponement while the race team went out to check conditions. For a while it looked sailable but no sooner had a weather mark been laid than gusts of around thirty knots kicked in and racing was cancelled for the day.

Sunday saw the winds shift westerly and conditions were far more manageable, albeit with a significant escalation expected from lunchtime onwards with the Arome weather model in particular showing some very strong gusts. As it turned out the offshore wind of around 15 knots was shifty but gusts were mostly moderate. The fleet which made it out was a modest one compared to the entry of thirteen boats, with a range of issues from injuries (two bike accidents), to the weather, to domestic affairs reducing the field.

The race courses were expertly set by PRO Ronan MacDonnell, mentored by Neil Murphy, giving sailors a shortish first beat with a tightish first reach and a long second reach where carrying the kite was always a viable option. In race one Butler & Greer made the most of the three sail reaches with some place changing downwind and good mark roundings they emerged on top having given up the lead a couple of times earlier in the race. David Evans & William Draper broke their main halyard at the last leeward mark, dropping them from 3rd to 7th - costly in a series which would have no discard, as only 3 races were scheduled for Sunday.

In race two Twohig & Cotter hit the weather mark and took a penalty. This allowed Evans & Draper to take the lead which they didn't give up despite Butler & Greer closing the gap significantly. The breeze had increased from race one and all three boats elected not to fly the spinnaker on the top reach. Evans and Draper did carry the kite on the the 2nd reach of the last lap but Butler & Greer made the tactical decision to cover 3rd place Twohig & Cotter rather than chase first as a 3rd race looked unlikely. By the end of race two it was clear that the wind was upping a notch having reached 26 knots and given the forecast the race team sent the fleet ashore to no complaints.

The silver fleet was won by Rachel Deasy & Daithi Murphy, a deserving reward for travelling from home club Tralee Bay SC. Second silver prize went to Pat McGoldrick & Paul ter Horst of DMYC. At the prize-giving much praise went to the entire HYC team, in particular the race management and the well exercised safety team for running this extra Fireball event in the face of an adverse forecast.

Next up for Fireballers are the various Frostbite series - plenty of thrills and spills are anticipated at HYC, DMYC and Monkstown Bay SC over the winter months with the DMYC series kicking off next Sunday 2nd November and continuing until late March.

Overall Results:

Pos Sail No Helm Crew Club Division R1 R2 Pts

1st 15061 Noel Butler Mark Greer National YC Gold 1 2 3

2nd 14904 Conor Twohig Matthew Cotter Howth YC Gold 2 3 5

3rd 15093 David Evans William Draper Sligo YC Gold 7 1 8

4th 14915 Frank Miller Marta Anzillotti Zamorano Dun Laoghaire MYC Gold 3 5 8

5th 146 Jonathan Evans Aidan Caulfield Sligo YC Gold 4 4 8

6th 15060 Rachel Deasy Daithi O'Murchadha Tralee Bay SC Silver 6 7 13

7th 14816 Sam Street Ollie Lod Blessington SC Gold 5 DNF 20

8th 14790 Pat McGoldrick Paul ter Horst Dun Laoghaire MYC Silver DNF 6 21

9th 15017 Adrian Lee Edmund Hynes Monkstown Bay SC Gold DNC DNC 30

9th 14683 Colm Breen Cormac Power Breen Dun Laoghaire MYC Silver DNF DNC 30

9th 15114 Daniel Thompson Harry Thompson RStGYC / WHBTC Gold DNC DNC 30

9th 15156 Jack McNaughton Peter McMullan Dun Laoghaire MYC / Bray SC Gold DNC DNC 30

9th 14938 Niall McGrotty Neil Cramer Skerries SC Gold DNC DNC 30

9th 14849 Fiachra Farrelly Jamie Malcolm Howth YC Gold DNC DNC 30

Sail Wars 2025

Bartley Beast Series 2025/2026

 

As the winter draws in and the Open meeting circuits move into hibernation it is time to look to the winter series events to ensure good use of expensive drysuits and thermal wear.

Now in its 5th year, with a winning formula of 2 races for single handers and 2 races for double handers each day, enabling some warm-up and social time between races and separation between the fleets to keep the racing competitive and clean.

The 2024/25 season was heavily disrupted by unfavourable winds, but this year we must be due some good days. Over the last few years single handed fleets including the usual ILCA, Solo, Supernova, Phantoms, OKs, Finns, Streakers and Lightening 368s to name a few. The double handers had strong fleets of Merlins, Albacores, and RS400s, joined by RS200s, GP14s, Enterprise, National 12 and Tasars. The range of abilities from National Champions to club members sailing in their first season really does promote an event for all.

So why not have a race of really competitive racing and encourage your friends from your class or club and make this an 'away day' to join in with other travellers and local sailors alike.

Tilly's Galley will be open at the club to ensure all are well fed with full cooked breakfasts available and the usual hot lunch options to warm participants from the inside.

Summary of the Series:

Location: Bartley SC, Genners Lane, Birmingham

Each event comprises 2 races per day for single handers and 2 races per day for double handers

The individual events build to a 4 Day series over 4 months with 6 of 8 races to count for the series

Entry is only £15 for single handers per day and £20 for double handers per day, or sign up for all of the events for £45 single handers and £60 double handers.

Event dates are: 8th November 2025, 6th December 2025, 10th January 2026, 14th February 2026

All 4 events of the series are now open for entry on-line at www.bartleysailingclub.com

This event has is limited to 70 boats, so sign on now.

We hope to see you at the first event 'The Beast Awakens' on 8th November.

Chichester Yacht Club Winter Series Returns for 2025-2026

 

Chichester Yacht Club's long-running Winter Series is set to return this November, offering dinghy sailors a well-organised and competitive racing programme through the colder months.

Split into two parts—Frozen Toe before Christmas and Snowflake in the new year—the series continues to attract a strong turnout, with over 50 boats competing in the series.

Frozen Toe 2025 Dates:

Sunday 9th November

Sunday 23rd November

Sunday 7th December

Sunday 21st December

Entry Fees:

Visitors: £15 per boat per event or £40 for the series

Youth Visitors: £10 per boat per event or £25 for the series

Snowflake 2026 Dates:

Sunday 4th January

Sunday 18th January

Sunday 1st February

Sunday 22nd February

Sunday 8th March

(Snowflake series pricing to be confirmed.)

Racing takes place on Chichester Lake, with the course area located directly in front of the clubhouse. The club's committee boat is operated by experienced race officers who aim to set fair and engaging courses suited to the conditions.

Facilities include a tea bar and a full bar/restaurant, providing refreshments before and after racing. Competitors can enter individual events or the full series. Berthing is available in the club's dinghy park—contact the office for details.

New members joining during the winter months will benefit from a reduced joining fee, which is credited to their membership account and can be used in the bar or restaurant. It's a practical way to get involved in the club and experience winter sailing on the lake.

For more information or to register:-

www.cyc.co.uk

01243 512 918

office@cyc.co.uk

VPRS Championship 2026 will be held during the International Paint Poole Regatta

 

Following a successful Championship in 2025, hosted by the Royal Southern Yacht Club, we are pleased to confirm that the Stoneways VPRS Championships will return to Poole in 2026. The event will once again take place as part of the prestigious International Paint Poole Regatta, over the Spring Bank Holiday weekend from 23 to 25 May.

Recognised as one of the UK's most prominent regattas, the Poole event offers an exceptional platform for VPRS-rated yachts to compete in a professionally managed series, within a vibrant and inclusive regatta atmosphere.

Racing Format

The 2026 edition is expected to follow a similar format to recent years:

8-race series over three days, with racing scheduled in both Poole Bay and Studland Bay

Anticipated two-fleet structure, reflecting the strong entry of 27 yachts in 2024

An early finish on Bank Holiday Monday to facilitate return travel

All racing will be managed to a high standard by an experienced race management team, with a strong emphasis on fair competition and quality sailing.

Shoreside Programme

Ashore, a full social programme will complement the racing, offered to all competitors in a relaxed and welcoming environment:

Friday: Welcome Reception at Poole Quay Boat Haven

Saturday: Evening Social at Parkstone Yacht Club

Sunday: Hospitality and entertainment at Poole Yacht Club

Monday: Regatta Prize Giving at the Royal Motor Yacht Club, Sandbanks

Berthing Arrangements

Berthing for visiting yachts is available at Poole Quay Boat Haven, where berths are being held exclusively for the event. Additional berths will also be available at Parkstone YC and Poole YC; all offered at preferential rates for competitors.

Supported by Stoneways Marine Insurance

We are delighted to once again welcome Stoneways Marine Insurance as Bronze Sponsors of the Poole Regatta and proud supporters of the VPRS class.

Register Your Interest

Whether you are a committed VPRS campaigner or considering your first major regatta under VPRS, the 2026 Stoneways VPRS Championships offer an ideal opportunity to race competitively in one of the UK's finest sailing locations.

To express your interest in entering visit: pooleregatta.co.uk/taking-part

We look forward to welcoming VPRS owners and crews to Poole in May 2026.

Sailing Adventure starting from Marseille along the French Mediterranean Coast

Day 1 — Marseille → Calanques de Cassis (approx. 15 NM)

Sail: Half-day sail east along the stunning limestone cliffs of the Calanques National Park.

Anchor: Calanque d’En-Vau or Port-Miou (mooring buoys).

Onshore activities:

Hike to the panoramic Cap Canaille cliffs.

Swim and snorkel in the turquoise coves.

Dinner in Cassis’s charming old port — try bouillabaisse and local rosé.

Day 2 — Cassis → Île de Porquerolles (approx. 35 NM)

Sail: Longer open-water leg along the Côte d’Azur — possible lunch stop at La Ciotat or Bandol.

Anchor: Near Plage Notre-Dame (north coast).

Onshore activities:

Rent bikes to explore the island’s vineyards and beaches.

Visit the Fort Sainte-Agathe and local art galleries.

Sunset drinks at Le Pelagos overlooking the harbor.

Day 3 — Porquerolles → Île de Port-Cros (approx. 10 NM)

Sail: Short, calm passage through the Hyères islands.

Anchor: Port-Man Bay or Port-Cros harbor (limited moorings).

Onshore activities:

Walk nature trails in the protected Port-Cros National Park.

Snorkel the sentier sous-marin (underwater trail) at La Palud.

Quiet evening under the stars — no cars, limited lights.

Day 4 — Port-Cros → Saint-Tropez (approx. 25 NM)

Sail: Cruise along the Var coastline with views of Cap Bénat and Cavalaire.

Dock: Old Port of Saint-Tropez (book in advance or anchor at Pampelonne Bay).

Onshore activities:

Explore the Citadel and Musée de la Gendarmerie.

Stroll the old town’s pastel streets.

Dinner at Le Girelier or beach club cocktails at Pampelonne.

Day 5 — Saint-Tropez → Île Sainte-Marguerite (Lérins Islands, near Cannes) (approx. 35 NM)

Sail: Follow the glittering Côte d’Azur eastward.

Anchor: South side of Sainte-Marguerite (protected from north winds).

Onshore activities:

Visit the Fort Royal (where the Man in the Iron Mask was held).

Walk the pine-scented trails or picnic by the lagoon.

Optional ferry to Cannes for dinner and nightlife.

Day 6 — Sainte-Marguerite → Île des Embiez (approx. 45 NM westward leg)

Sail: Return westward past Toulon.

Dock: Port Saint-Pierre des Embiez (Paul Ricard island).

Onshore activities:

Visit the Oceanographic Institute and vineyards.

Rent bikes or paddleboards around the island.

Enjoy sunset dinner at Le BBQ de l’île.

Day 7 — Embiez → Marseille (approx. 25 NM)

Sail: Scenic final leg back to Marseille.

Optional stop: Lunch and swim at the Calanque de Sormiou.

Onshore activities:

Explore Le Panier (old town) and the MUCEM museum.

Farewell dinner overlooking the Vieux-Port.

Total distance: ~120 nautical miles (flexible)

Best season: May–September

Vibe: Mix of sailing, swimming, hiking, food, and culture

🧭 Practical Tips

Mooring: Reserve early in Saint-Tropez and Porquerolles during high season.

Fuel & provisioning: Marseille, Bandol, Hyères, and Saint-Tropez marinas.

Winds: Watch the Mistral — it can blow hard from the northwest.

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Britain and America this weekend in the final showdown of the 6th series of the BA Cup

 

Britain and America will go head to head in the final showdown of the 6th series of the BA Cup

The British Team includes Arthur Henderson, Scott Wallis & Andy Cornah, fresh from their victory on American soil at the Lee Family Trophy in Seawanhaka earlier this month, and the fourth skipper is Murray Hampshire, who has won the UK Keelboat Team Racing Championships for the past three years running. Their crews are Tim Gratton, Josh Voller, Jack Hanslope, Guy Brearey, Honor Fell, Rosie Watkins, Calum Healey, Jemima Lawson, Jamie Webb, Matt Wallis, Emma Baker and Simon Morris.

The American Team includes a mix of youth and veterans with Joel Hanneman once again teaming up Andy Herlihy, who is poised to compete in his 12th BA Cup, and younger talents Christopher Williford, and David Thompson. They will be crewed Jon Hammond, Sam Barron-Fox, Dave Constants, Matt Coughlin, Amy Ironmonger, Ed Lebens, Liz Herlihy, Kate Nota, Kyle Shattuck, Sara Stone, Greg Stevens and Mike Welch.

The Match is a best-of-13 series. With races lasting 45 minutes, it is the first team to 7 wins who will be crowned champions of the 6th Series of the BA Cup. So far, the British Team's only series win came in 1924, while the American Team has claimed the other four.

Guests and competitors will raise a glass of Nyetimber to the winners at Saturday evening's Prize Giving Dinner.

RTYC Rear Commodore Sailing Tom Partridge said: "The British-American Cup is one of sailing's most special and unique events, bringing together world-class team racing sailors. Both teams are fiercely determined to claim victory in this the sixth series decider! The last showdown was incredibly close and judging by this season's form, this promises to go right down to the wire."

The Royal Thames would like to thank Significant signs with their support to make the event standout and KSail for providing the results and Noticeboard services plus some very special umpire gifts.

To keep up to date with the progress, make sure to follow the Royal Thames Yacht Club Instagram and Facebook with results updated live at :-

events.ksail.co.uk/RTYC/2025/BACup

Chichester Feva and ILCA Harbour Series returns for 2025-2026

 

The Chichester Harbour Series is back in full force, with the first races on October 30th and 31st. Now in its fifth year, the Series is open to all RS Feva and Ilca sailors from any of the Chichester Harbour Clubs — or anyone who can launch from one. The Series provides junior sailors a chance to keep their skills sharp with competition—and fun—through the autumn and into the spring.

The Series is a continued collaboration between Bosham Sailing Club, Hayling Island Sailing Club and Itchenor Sailing Club and each one serves as main host for one of the three events. Sailors rig and launch from their own clubs and then rendezvous at the host committee boat.

It is a great adventure with friends that has all the logistical simplicity of club racing paired with the excitement of a bigger fleet Grand Prix. Coaches are on hand to offer tips in between races so that sailors can use the feedback to keep fine tuning their skills and tactics.

At each Harbour Series weekend, you can count on a great sense of community amongst the races, the race officers and the volunteers who are on the water making it a reality. Behind it all are the sailing managers of the host clubs who go above and beyond to make it possible: Ryan Breach from Itchenor, Mike Storey from Bosham and Theo Galyer from Hayling Island. Their help on and off the water is invaluable, and you nearly always will find them on the Committee Boats orchestrating it all.

All sailors and guests from the ten Chichester Harbour Clubs are welcome to join all three events:

Thursday 30 and Friday 31 October 2025, hosted by Bosham

Saturday 22 and Sunday 23 November 2025, hosted by Itchenor

Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 April 2026, hosted by Hayling Island

Entry is just £5/day. Sign up at www.itchenorsc.co.uk/event/1062817

We hope to see lots of new sailors out on the water!

A tremendous thank you to everyone who has supported the Harbour Series events and congratulations to all of the past winners.

RYA National Match Racing Championship Grand Final 2025

 

Ten of the country’s top teams battled it out over an action-packed three days of racing across a full range of wind conditions at Queen Mary Sailing Club (17-19 October).

With a ready-to-go fleet of Sonar keelboats provided by Royal Thames Yacht Club, racing got underway on the Friday with four flights completed in shifty lights airs.

Teams included RYA Youth Match Racing and British Universities & Colleges Sport Match Racing champion Jamie Tylecote; RYA Women’s Match Racing champion Alice Lucy; and Ben Tylecote and Fred Salter, who presented GBR at the 2025 Youth Match Racing Worlds. Also competing was a young team from Oxford Sailing Club, all aged 14-16 and skippered by Daniel Larsen, who was among the crew that won the U-19 RYA youth title in 2025.

Saturday brought a steady south easterly 8-10 knots of breeze slowly clocking right as forecast, enabling the rest of the round robin series to be completed, with a number of results having to be separated on countback, such was the quality of the fleet.

Topping the leaderboard were the teams of Ben Tylecote and Nick Devereux in first and second, each counting eight wins from their nine matches, with Oli Hale and Jamie Tylecote sitting third and fourth overall respectively, both with six wins.

An extremely tight repechage then went down to the very last race to decide which of the seven teams from 4th to 10th in the round robin would go through the semi-finals.

The racing for the repechage began on the Saturday afternoon and continued into Sunday with a building breeze of up to 15 knots to test teamwork and boat handling.

Terry Hacker’s Southampton University SC team, who had finished the round robin in fifth overall, topped the repechage results to leapfrog into the semi-finals, with the next three teams of Fred Salter, Jamie Tylecote and Julian Fung finishing 5th to 7th and having to be separated on countback.

Hacker would continue his winning ways, taking Semi Final 1 with a 2:0 scoreline from Rutland Sailing Club skipper Ben Tylecote to make it all the way into the final.

Semi Final 2 meanwhile saw two photo finishes and plenty of penalty flag waving for Nick Devereux and Oli Hale, each claiming a race win before Devereux took the third.

Tylecote went on to win the Petit Final 2:0 from Oli Hale to finish on the podium in third overall.

A hard fought final then went to four matches with Devereux ultimately winning 3:1 from Hacker, who having won Qualifier 1 of 2025 in his first ever match racing event as a skipper, finished his season in style with silver at the Grand Final.

Top three

Nick Devereux, Steph Orton, Matt Taylor, Alex Hughes

Terry Hacker, Tim Evans, Mathias Potter, Lucy Street (Southampton University SC)

Ben Tylecote, Issy Leetch, Dylan Beatty, Harry Burge (Rutland SC)

Winning skipper Nick Devereux said: “It was a great weekend. We really enjoyed the racing and completing the round robin on Saturday in a good position. The racing was really close with everyone, and we never felt like we were given an easy race all weekend, especially in the semis and final against Oli and Terry. As a team we have done little bits of sailing together and so just sticking to the basics and keeping a routine I think really helped us, along with Steph, Matt and Alex keeping the boat going really quickly.”