The National 12 class, the boat that brought dinghy racing to the masses, celebrates its 90th anniversary this year, with a number of events planned to mark the occasion.
The celebrations begin on 18th and 19th July at Royal Harwich Yacht Club, with the fourth event of the National Series, an anniversary dinner and a special pursuit race.
For the pursuit race, boat age will determine each boat's handicap, creating an opportunity for boats from across the class's history to compete on a more even footing. With 90 years of development represented on the water, it should provide a fitting way to mark the anniversary.
The Saturday evening dinner will offer National 12 sailors, past and present, as well as friends of the class, the opportunity to come together and celebrate 90 years of National 12 sailing.
The celebrations will continue at the National Championships, Burton Week, which this year will be hosted by Shoreham Sailing Club from Saturday 29th August to Tuesday 1st September.
Burton Week is always a highlight of the National 12 calendar, with four days of racing, the Sir William Burton Cup endurance race, the Burton Week Dinner and prize-giving, alongside a full programme of social events (yet to be announced).
Shoreham Sailing Club last hosted Burton Week in 2021 and will welcome the fleet back for what is expected to be a memorable anniversary championship. The event will include racing on the sea, a large fleet, prizes across a range of boat designs and crew categories, and the annual Burton Week Dinner at Sussex Yacht Club.
Further information and entry details are available through the Burton Week 2026 website.
Anyone interested in getting involved with the anniversary events, or with National 12 sailing more generally, is encouraged to contact the class. Whether you are looking to borrow a boat, find a crew, offer crewing, or simply try a National 12 for the first time, the National 12 Owners' Association can be contacted at ntoa@national12.org.
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