After what was meant to be its final outing in 2025, North West Norfolk Week is back for a 76th edition—thanks to the enthusiasm of the competitors.
The North West Norfolk Sailing Association has now confirmed the dates for the 2026 Week as 8-15 August, giving everyone plenty of time to plan another great week of summer of racing along this beautiful stretch of coastline.
For anyone who hasn't done it before, North West Norfolk Week is unlike most regattas. Rather than settling in at one club for the whole week, the event takes you on a mini-tour of the North Norfolk coastline, racing at Snettisham, Ouse Amateur SC (Saddlebow), Wells, Blakeney, Burnham Overy Staithe and Brancaster Staithe.
That means you get a real mix of conditions—open sea, tidal harbours, and inland water—all within the same week. No two days feel the same, and everyone gets a chance to sail somewhere that suits them. North West Norfolk itself is just a stunning place to sail: big skies, wide beaches, long tidal horizons and saltmarsh make it one of the most scenic parts of the UK.
As usual, the National 12s are a big part of the Week, alongside the Allcomer fleet. One of the nice traditions is that any class that musters more than five boats to enter the week gets its own start, which often encourages groups of sailors to rally friends and bring a few extras.
2025 saw a whole host of classes, fast and slow, take part in the week. Classes included N12, Streaker, ILCA, RS200, 2000, OK, Albacore, Miracle, Supernova, Solo and more.
North West Norfolk Week has always been a real family event, and it works just as well for non-sailors as it does for those competing. With racing often scheduled early in the morning or later in the afternoon, families have plenty of time during the day to explore the area together. North Norfolk is packed with attractions: Holkham Hall and its vast beach, the colourful harbour at Wells-next-the-Sea, the coastal paths around Brancaster, seal trips out of Blakeney, the grand estate at Sandringham, and seaside favourites like Hunstanton. There's more than enough to keep everyone entertained throughout the week.
Anyone who is interested in taking part in North West Norfolk next year can contact the association for further details:
Website: www.norfolkweek.co.uk
Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/110858312359570
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