Thornbury Sailing Club is inviting local residents to enjoy a weekend of sailing, music and food as its annual Regatta returns on 6–7 June.
The popular event, held at the club’s Oldbury-on-Severn site, brings together sailors from across the region for two days of racing on the Severn Estuary.
This year’s regatta will also host the Yachting World Day Boat Open, with invitations extended to sailors from numerous local sailing clubs, promising competitive racing and a colourful spectacle on the water.
Racing takes place during the daytime, with fleets of dinghies launching from the club slipway and competing on the estuary as the tide allows.
Spectators are warmly welcome to come along and watch the action from the shoreline or from the clubhouse balcony, which offers scenic views across the Severn and an excellent vantage point for following the racing.
Live Music and Hog Roast
The celebrations continue on Saturday evening, when the regatta shifts from racing to entertainment.
From 19:00, visitors can enjoy live music from the Port of Bristol Sea Shanty Crew, bringing traditional maritime songs to the waterfront, alongside lively sets from the local Narwhal Band.
The evening will also feature a regatta hog roast, giving sailors, visitors and local residents the chance to enjoy food, music and a relaxed social atmosphere by the estuary.
Places for the hog roast can be booked in advance via the Thornbury Sailing Club website.
A Spectacular Setting
Thornbury Sailing Club has been part of the local sailing community for more than 75 years and is known for its unique tidal sailing on the Severn Estuary.
With panoramic views across the river and a welcoming clubhouse overlooking the water, the regatta weekend offers a great opportunity for visitors to see the club in action and experience the excitement of estuary sailing.
Club members say the regatta is always one of the highlights of the season.
“It’s a fantastic weekend with great racing on the water and a brilliant atmosphere ashore,” said a club spokesperson.
“We’re always delighted to welcome visitors to come along and enjoy the spectacle.”
Regatta at a Glance
Thornbury Sailing Club Regatta
📅 Saturday 6 – Sunday 7 June
📍 Oldbury-on-Severn
Highlights include:
Dinghy racing on the Severn Estuary
Yachting World Day Boat Open
Live music from 18:00 Saturday
Port of Bristol Sea Shanty Crew
Narwhal Band
Saturday evening hog roast
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