Organised jointly between the Royal Fowey Yacht Club and Fowey Gallants, around a hundred boats were welcomed to its annual August regatta.
Almost thirty vibrantly coloured Fowey River dinghies signalled the start of the event as they crossed the starting line off Albert Quay. The Fowey River class is based on the Yachting World 15' knockabout dinghy designed by Reg Freeman in the late 40s to encourage people to build their own boats. The fleet has seen a recent resurgence with new additions from local boatbuilder Marcus Lewis.
The inshore fleets of Dinghies and the local classes of Troys and Fowey River boats had some highly competitive racing in strong and gusty winds. The Troy class was won by Alan Harris and the Fowey River class won by Andy and Suzy Matthews.
Eleven Falmouth working boats added to the glamour of the regatta. Living relics from a bygone age these powerful gaff-rigged Cutters made an impressive sight tacking in close quarters past the sailing clubs and quays lined with spectators. This year's spectacular in-Harbour race on the Wednesday afternoon was won by Nellie May.
The highlight of the week was the junior race with 29 youngsters in 20 boats. For some of these it was their first ever sailing race and its great to know that the future of sailing is in safe hands.
As well as a sailing races there was a full program of events on the shore to keep non sailors amused including a two hundred strong Classic Car parade through the winding streets. Both of Fowey's sailing clubs the Royal Fowey Yacht Club and Fowey Gallants worked closely together to host the Regatta and would like to thank all the volunteers who make the week possible. The race committees did extremely well in very difficult conditions to get so much racing in. Thanks also to the competitors and look forward to seeing you next year, where once again you can be assured of a warm Fowey welcome. Save the date: 16th to 22nd August 2025
Full results can be seen at :- www.foweysailing.org/page/regatta-2024-entries-results
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