Royal Thames Yacht Club 250 Regatta returns in 2027

 

Following the outstanding success of the Royal Thames Yacht Club's 250th Anniversary Regatta in 2025, the club is delighted to announce that the event will return as the 250 Regatta on the 10th to 13th June 2027 in Cowes and become a biannual fixture on the sailing calendar.

Tom Partridge, Chair of the 250 Regatta planning group said, "The Royal Thames Yacht Club is thrilled to bring back the format of the 250th Anniversary Regatta in 2027 as the 250 Regatta, combining top-class racing, expert race management and the unforgettable after-racing parties for which the Club is famed."

Tim Hancock, Principal Race Officer said, "Following the successful format of last year’s regatta, I am exciting to start working on pulling together our 250 Regatta. Every class who took part last year, has said that they want to come back in 2027, which is probably the best endorsement an organiser can have. We will announce the final line up of classes later in the year. Once again, we will be working with a number of Cowes and Solent based clubs to deliver an outstanding on the water experience for everyone”

Building on the momentum of 2025, the 250 Regatta will continue to combine top-level racers, classic and cruiser yachts with a fantastic social programme.

Further details, including Notice of Race, entry information and social tickets, will be announced soon.

Weekend of Maritime Celebrations at the Glenglassaugh Scottish Traditional Boat Festival

 

The 33rd Scottish Traditional Boat Festival returns to Portsoy on 13 – 14 June. This spectacular event celebrates the north-east’s seafaring heritage with a packed programme of boats, music, crafts and food for all the family.

Around 13,000 visitors are expected to attend over the two-day event, where a wide range of traditional boats, lifeboats and fishing vessels will be on display. There will also be a showcase of handmade wooden crafts created by students of the Portsoy Boatshed.

On Sunday afternoon, the internationally acclaimed Global Stars Aerobatic Display Team will perform at this year’s Scottish Traditional Boat Festival. Led by nine-time British aerobatic champion and winner of the World Air Masters competition, Mark Jefferies, this will be the team’s debut performance in the north east of Scotland. The four aircraft show will feature close formation flying and dynamic freestyle aerobatics.

The best of Scottish produce will be showcased in the Food and Drink Zone, with fresh fish and seafood, homemade pies and locally produced whisky, gin and rum all available to buy. New for this year is a cookery demonstration area sponsored by Hamlyns of Scotland Oatmeal. Local chefs and food producers will showcase a range of dishes, while Stewart Buchanan, global brand ambassador for Glenglassaugh Distillery, will host guided whisky tastings. Tayport Distillery will also offer summer cocktail-making demonstrations.

Visitors can eat their way around the harbour with a variety of catering options to suit all tastes and dietary requirements. Freshly caught fish, seafood and Aberdeen Angus beef will be on the menu. International flavours including paella, pizza and German sausages will also be available.

The coastal crafts area will showcase a wide selection of handmade items including jewellery, ceramics, artwork, candles and bespoke wooden gifts and accessories.

The Kids’ Zone will feature a range of activities and entertainment for younger visitors throughout the weekend including a big slide, bouncy castles, a rodeo bull and there will be performances from Jamie the Jester and the Balloon Mannies.

A packed music programme organised by Folk at the Salmon Bothy will feature a host of performers across the weekend. Traditional and modern Scottish and Irish folk music will be brought to the stage by Farran, while The Cavemen from Munlochy will get the party started with their classic rock and folk songs. Tripple, an acclaimed a cappella trio made up of mother Jill and her children Cit and Annie, are renowned for their contemporary arrangements of traditional songs and rich harmonies. They have performed across Scotland, Europe, Canada and the USA.

A guaranteed crowd pleaser and regular favourite at the event is Scotland’s first competitive skipping club, Skip 2 the Beat, who will wow visitors with their fast-paced skipping stunts. The Anne McArthur Dancers, who have performed at almost every festival since it began, will also take to the stage during the weekend.

The Ultimate Tribute Night takes place on Saturday 13 June at 7pm. Back by popular demand is Taylor Swift tribute act Leona Skimming as Taylor 2, performing classic hits including Love Story, Bad Blood and Shake It Off. The evening will continue with songs from the hit musical Wicked, including Defying Gravity and Popular. This is a family-friendly event and under-18s must be accompanied by an adult.

From 9pm, Chris Grant’s Blues Response Unit will take to the stage. Known for his earthy vocals and blend of blues and rock, Chris Grant will close the evening with a set guaranteed to get the Back Green rocking. This performance is for over-18s only unless attendees are already in the venue before 8pm. To book tickets, visit www.stbfportsoy.org/buy-tickets

Tickets are discounted when purchased in advance online. To book, visit www.stbfportsoy.org. For festival updates, follow @stbfportsoy or #ahoyportsoy on social media.

Scottish Traditional Boat Festival

Date:                   Saturday 13th and Sunday 14th June 2026

Location:            Portsoy harbour, Portsoy, Aberdeenshire

Time:                   9.00am – 5.00pm

Squib East Coast Championship 2026 at Royal Burnham Yacht Club

 

The 2026 Squib East Coast Championships was held at the Royal Burnham YC during their annual Whitsun Regatta. It was blessed with champagne sailing conditions and temperatures reaching an impressive 27°C.

The event attracted an entry of 22 boats, including visiting competitors from Norfolk and Suffolk. It was particularly encouraging to see five boats helmed by Royal Burnham members.

Racing consisted of seven windward-leeward races, organised by Race Officer Edwin Buckley and his team aboard 'Phoebe'. Saturday's racing was delayed by light airs, and the fleet did not get under way until 3:00pm. As a result, only two races were completed.

Sunday provided much better conditions, and Edwin was quick off the mark in setting windward-leeward courses off Pile House. With only two races completed on Saturday, five races needed to be sailed on Sunday for the event to qualify as a championship regatta.

Race 3 saw visiting sailors Dave Pinner and Jono Brown aboard 'Discord' take the win. Races 5 and 6 were won by Mick Wright and Alex Porteous, giving them a consistent series and placing them at the top of the leaderboard with one race remaining.

The final race was won by Nick Tolhurst and Ross Corbet, closely followed by Chip Cole and Commodore David Smith.

The 2026 East Coast Championship was won by Mick Wright and Alex Porteous, whose consistency throughout the series saw them finish four points ahead of Nick Tolhurst and Ross Corbet.

Top-placed Royal Burnham YC boat was Chip Cole and David Smith, and another prize went to Jo Tribe and Sue Hardy for being top-placed all-girl boat.

Our thanks go to all the Squib sailors who entered. It was wonderful to see competitors enjoying both the racing and a fantastic social atmosphere at the Royal Burnham.

Special thanks go to The Mighty Oak Brewery for being our main sponsor. Thanks also go to Hyde Sails, for donating their wonderful Hyde Bags as main prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd placed Squibs overall.

National Squib up and coming events: squibs.co.uk/events

Annual Regatta 2026 at Largo Bay Sailing Club

 

Largo Bay Sailing Club is looking forward to welcoming competitors from across Scotland and beyond to the 2026 LBSC Open Regatta, taking place on the beautiful waters of Largo Bay.

A highlight of the club's racing calendar, the regatta will once again bring together sailors from a variety of classes for a weekend of competitive racing, friendly rivalry and excellent shoreside hospitality. The event also incorporates a number of class traveller events and championships, ensuring strong fleets and exciting racing throughout the weekend.

The 2026 regatta will host the ILCA 7, ILCA 6 and ILCA 4 Scottish Grand Prix event, as well as a round of the Rooster Regional Youth Series - Scotland. The Enterprise fleet will compete as part of the Bluebell Traveller Series, while the International GP14 fleet will contest the UK Scottish Areas Championship.

In addition to the championship and traveller fleets, an Open Handicap Fleet will be available using RYA Portsmouth Yardstick (PY) handicaps and average lap racing. Any class attracting five or more boats may be allocated a separate start, helping to ensure fair and competitive racing across the fleet.

Situated on the stunning Fife coastline, Largo Bay offers a fantastic sailing venue with open water, varied conditions and spectacular views across the Firth of Forth. Whether competitors are regular visitors or making their first trip to the club, they can expect a warm welcome from members and volunteers who are working hard to deliver another memorable event.

Away from the racing, the regatta provides an opportunity for sailors, families and supporters to come together, enjoy the club's hospitality and catch up with friends from across the sailing community. The social side of the weekend is always a key part of the event and helps make the regatta a favourite stop on many sailors' calendars.

With entries now open, Largo Bay Sailing Club is excited to welcome competitors for what promises to be another fantastic weekend of racing and camaraderie.

For full event details and entry information, please visit the regatta webpage and submit your entry online. We look forward to seeing you on the water at Largo Bay.

Flying Fifteen Open at Burton Sailing Club

 

What a fantastic weekend we have enjoyed for the 2026 Flying Fifteen Open here at Foremark Reservoir. The wind arrived as forecast, with a challenging 15 knots, with gusts of 28+ knots arriving, as the fleet set about the first beat.

The course was set with a long beat, and equally long run, extending over a good portion of the reservoir.

Blackpool and Fleetwood's Rob Mountain with crew Chris Clancy, comfortably took the lead in Rob's Dads boat 'Maverick' The chasing fleet enjoyed some healthy competition as they tried to work out the best way up the beat. Burton's Tim Bird, with crew, Martin Nelson, managed to get the better of Scotlands, Plockton Small boat SC's pairing of Graham and Alasdair Sharp, in their stunning wooden Classic.

Rob and Chris continued their dominance in the second race, with Graham and Alasdair, getting the better of Tim and Martin on handicap to seal second place.

The third and final race of the day, saw a change of course to a windward leeward, as the wind eased to a more gentle breeze.

Graham and Alasdair, mastered the lighter air, and after handicap correction, took the top spot ahead of Tim and Martin, with Rob and Chris having to settle for third place.

After a fabulous evening of fun, food, entertainment and the odd tipple or two, it was back to business for the final two races of the weekend.

A long course was set, with challenging beats and screaming two and three sail reaches to really test the fleet.

Rob and Chris excelled in another morning of unpredictable shifts and varying gusts.

Michael Harris, sailing with crew, Jess Robert's, enjoyed a fantastic race in race four of the weekend, only to be pipped for second place after handicap correction, by Graham and Alasdair. Michael and Jess, having to settle for third.

Rob and Chris comfortably took the win in the final race, and although Tim and Martin put up a good fight to secure second on the water, it was not enough to seal the position after correction, from Graham and Alasdair.

The rest of the fleet, despite not making podium positions, enjoyed some exciting competition throughout, I'm sure some great rivalries were made, as capabilities were challenged, and positions were swapped throughout the weekend.

This Flying Fifteen Open is fast becoming one of the highlights of the sailing season here at Foremark Reservoir.

We very much look forward to welcoming you all again next year.

Massive thanks as always, to the army of volunteers, both on and off the water, that help to ensure that these events are a great success.

Overall Results:

Pos Fleet PY Sail No Helm Crew Club R1 R2 R3 R4 R5 Pts

1st 1028 3906 Robert Mountain Chris Clancy Blackpool and Fleetwood Yacht Club and B 1 1 3 1 1 4

2nd Classic 1079 485 Graham Sharp Alasdair Sharp Plockton Small Boat Sailing Club 3 2 1 2 2 7

3rd 1028 3519 Tim Bird Martin Nelson Burton SC 2 3 2 6 3 10

4th 1028 3733 Michael Harris Jess Roberts Blackpool and Fleetwood 5 4 6 3 5 17

5th 1028 3914 Bob Johnston Alan Freeman Blackpool and Fleetwood Yacht Club 7 5 4 4 8 20

6th 1028 3911 Peter Andrew Hogg Alan Hogg Scsc 4 6 8 5 7 22

7th Silver 1051 3351 Pete Needham Brian West Burton Sailing Club 6 8 7 7 4 24

8th 1028 3977 Grant Pollard Jessica Leek Burton Sailing Club 8 7 5 8 6 26

9th Silver 1051 3375 John Payne Simon Conway Neyland Yacht Club 9 9 9 9 9 36

10th Silver 1051 3379 David Bentley Andy Summers Burton 11 10 11 10 10 41

11th 1028 3474 Steve Lockie Rob Stevenson Burton Sailing Club 10 11 10 RET DNC 45

12th Classic 1079 617 Graham Lamond Ripon SC DNC DNC DNC DNC DNC 56

12th Silver 1051 2864 Mark Meadows Chris Parkin Burton SC DNC DNC DNC RET DNC 56

Columbus's Stunning Replica Santa María to Visit West Cork With Public Tours

 

The ports and harbours of the Cork coastline have always enjoyed a varied set of visiting vessels, ranging from those massive cruise ships to the exclusive superyachts dropping anchor.

However, the scene down in West Cork is where locals and flocking tourists alike will soon be able to board (10-14 June) a truly unique replica tallship ahead of this summer’s Baltimore Pirate Festival (19-21 June).

The 200-ton vessel is that of Nao Santa María, a modern-day recreation, which is in every detail of La Santa María de la Inmaculada Concepción. This vessel formed the largest of the trio of sailing ships used by Christopher Columbus on his first expedition across the Atlantic Ocean in 1492.

La Santa María is among the most famous in history, and given how authentic the replica is, it has proved a hit with visiting families during its call to Leeside last week.

It may only be 28 m in length, but it has proved impressive to thousands of those who have trodden its decks since its construction in 2018. On this forthcoming occasion, a ceremonial flotilla of local boats and the crew of the Baltimore RNLI Lifeboat are to greet the arrival into the harbour before berthing at the North Pier.

The replica Nao Santa María was built in 2018 as a floating museum and educational project dedicated to the maritime heritage of Christopher Columbus's first Atlantic voyage.

Measuring 28 metres in length and displacing 200 tonnes, the vessel is a faithful reconstruction of Columbus's flagship, which sailed alongside Niña and Pinta on the 1492 expedition.

During its stay in Baltimore, visitors will be able to tour the ship's decks and accommodation spaces, offering a glimpse into life aboard a late 15th-century ocean-going vessel.

The ship's arrival is expected to be marked by a ceremonial escort from local boats and the crew of the Baltimore RNLI lifeboat before berthing at the North Pier.

The visit comes ahead of the Baltimore Pirate Festival, which returns from 19 to 21 June with a programme of maritime-themed events and entertainment.

CorkBeo has more on the replica, including a special onboard event held on 11 June, and also details of the festival.

Dame Ellen MacArthur's cancer charity launches 2026-2029 Ambitions

Twelve young people are diagnosed with cancer every day, and they are at the heart of the new Ambitious launched by Dame Ellen MacArthur's cancer charity.

Titled 'Connection, Belonging and Brighter Futures - our Ambitions for 2026-2029', the plans detail how the Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust will work to ensure every young person diagnosed with cancer under 25 can get the vital support they need after their treatment ends.

The Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust takes young people aged 8-24 on sailing and outdoor adventures to inspire them to believe in a brighter future living through and beyond cancer.

Prior to the charity's last set of Ambitions lasting 2023-2025, the Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust had no online mental wellbeing support, carbon measurement, Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Plan, and its impact dashboard and new volunteer strategy were just getting started.

Now, these are established parts of the charity's day-to-day, at the same time as the amount of young people accessing its support has returned to and exceeded pre-Covid levels.

These new Ambitions for 2026-2029 focus on increasing the number of young people the Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust supports each year, growing income by at least 15% by the end of 2029, and continuing to put belonging and lived experience at the heart of decision making so they are built-in by design.

In particular, the Ambitions for young people and siblings focus on ensuring they can access the right support, and experience the greatest possible impact, at the time they need it most.

Since 2003, the Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust has inspired more than 3,700 young people from across the UK to believe in a brighter future living through and beyond cancer. More than 700 young people are invited to join transformational trips this summer alone, some for the first time and some returning for further support.

For more information about the Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust, including 'Connection, Belonging and Brighter Futures - our Ambitions for 2026-2029' to download in full, visit www.ellenmacarthurcancertrust.org

 

Rooster Elite One Design UK National Championship at Hayling Island Sailing Club

 

The Elite One Design Class has had a rebrand in 2026 and the UK National Championship looks set to be a tight contest out in Hayling Bay. Again we are pleased to have Rooster supporting the event.

Hayling Island Sailing Club has a large competitive fleet of Elites but are pleased to welcome visitors from Burnham plus a sailors returning to the class after a 'break' from Elite racing.

Previous winners back to contest the title include; Russell Peters, Ossie Stewart, Tom Hewitson and Mike McIntyre. They will be battling it out with multi fleet champions Eddie Warden-Owen and Martin Jones; whilst heavy wind specialists Matt Abbiss and Joe Llewellyn could be hoping for big breezes during the regatta.

HISC also have some local speed merchants to add to the mix so don't rule out an upset on the podium by the end of the regatta.

The event starts on Wednesday June 10th and finishes on Saturday the 13th.

New Website Launches Alfred Mylne Yacht Design Archive

 

A new website dedicated to celebrated Scottish yacht designer Alfred Mylne has been launched, bringing more than a century of yacht design history together in one online archive. The new platform, Mylne.com, provides access to a growing collection of yacht records, original drawings and historical material linked to one of the most influential names in yacht design.

For more than 130 years, the Mylne name has been associated with elegant and seaworthy yachts, many of which continue to sail, race, cruise, and undergo restoration projects around the world.

At the heart of the new website is the Mylne Archive, which contains details of 795 yacht designs alongside thousands of original drawings and a developing register of surviving vessels. The archive aims to provide a single online resource documenting Alfred Mylne's design legacy and the continuing story of the yachts that bear his name.

Visitors can explore information on surviving Mylne yachts, browse archival material, and discover restoration projects and historical records from around the world. The website also brings together stories, plans and original documentation from one of the world's most significant collections of classic yacht design material.

Project organisers say the archive is intended as a living record rather than a static historical collection, reflecting the fact that many Mylne-designed yachts remain active today. "The story of Alfred Mylne is still being written," the project team says. "We invite you to explore it."

The new website is now live and available to yacht owners, historians, restorers and enthusiasts interested in the enduring legacy of Scotland's renowned yacht designer.

New accessible boat launched at Derwent Reservoir Open Day

 

Saturday (May 30), visitors enjoyed swimming, kayaking, paddleboarding, windsurfing, and sailing.

Situated near Blanchland and about a 15-minute drive from Consett, the club holds RYA Sailability status, a programme that enables people with disabilities to participate in sailing.

The highlight of the event was the unveiling of the RS Venture Connect, an adapted boat designed to provide sailing opportunities for people with diverse needs and abilities.

During the event, the boat, named 'New Adventures', was christened by club member Susan Goodchild and ceremoniously launched by international champion Adam Bilaney.

Members of Consett Rotary, a colleague from Northumbrian Water, and Derwent Sailing Club members were all in attendance for this significant milestone.

The Derwent Reservoir Sailing Club has also taken further measures to boost accessibility.

A stairlift is now in place and a wetroom is under development.

The club expressed gratitude to every individual and organisation that supported its inclusion journey up to this point.

The club has constantly produced international competitors at top-level competitions including the Parasailing European Championships, the European Inclusion Games, and the Blind World Inclusion Championships.

Notable members include Shaun Billany, Toby Waggett, Graeme Vials, Seb Vials, and Colin Murphy.

The club continues its mission to make water sports more accessible to the public.

Prospective members can enjoy formal RYA Accredited Courses or participate in various water activities at their leisure.

Club sailing times are usually on Wednesday afternoons, Saturdays, Sundays, and bank holidays, where safety crew are present.

The club welcomes visitors with different membership packages and day membership offers available.

People are encouraged to reach out to the club management.

1939 vintage yacht crowned overall winner of Cowes Spring Classics

 

A classic yacht built in 1939 has been crowned overall winner of the Cowes Spring Classics.

Whooper, a one-off design by Laurent Giles and helmed by Giovanni Belgrano, took the top title after a strong and consistent performance over the weekend-long regatta, which celebrates vintage yachts and traditional sailing on the Solent.

The event, hosted in Cowes by Mary Scott-Jackson of MSJ Events and Martin Nott, featured a full programme of racing organised by the Cowes Corinthian Yacht Club.

The organising team said: "Cowes Spring Classics continues to showcase the very best of classic yacht racing – combining beautiful boats, competitive sailing and a fantastic social atmosphere both on and off the water."

Whooper (leading) has been crowned overall winner of the Cowes Spring Classics. (Image: Chris Brown Photography)

Whooper also won Class 1 and took home the award for Highest Placed BCYC Member.

Second place in Class 1 went to Scherzo of Cowes, a 1968 Sparkman and Stephens Swan 36 sailed by Peter Morton, while Jason Fry’s Njord, a 1918 8 Metre First Rule yacht, placed third.

Class 2 was won by Suvretta, a 1924 West Solent One Design skippered by Will Van Dyke.

Organisers have announced that the 2027 Cowes Spring Classics will take place from May 21 to 23 and will mark the regatta’s tenth anniversary.

2028 Finn Gold Cup awarded to Weymouth and Portland

 WEYMOUTH and Portland has been awarded the 2028 Finn Gold Cup - returning after 28 years.

Finn class sailing will once again take centre stage at the Weymouth & Portland National Sailing Academy (WPNSA) after The British Finn Association announced the venue for the 2028 world championships.

It means a return for the sport which captured the imagination of thousands during the 2012 Olympics as Weymouth and Portland hosted the Olympic regatta and witnessed one of the all-time epic battles between Sir Ben Ainslie and Denmark’s Jonas Høgh-Christensen.

The last time the Gold Cup was held in Weymouth in 2000, it was attended by numerous legends of the Finn fleet, including Mateusz Kusznierewicz, Iain Percy, Freddy Loof, Sebastien Godefroid, amongst others.

Weymouth & Portland was also the training hub for the incredibly strong British Finn squad in the lead-up to the Rio 2016 and Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games, and remains the UK base of the British Sailing Team.

The event will be held from September 8 to September 15 2028.

Finn sailing in Weymouth Bay (Image: WPNSA)

The British National Championship will form the warm-up event and be staged the weekend before the Gold Cup.

In a joint announcement, the British Finn Association and the WPNSA said: "It is with much excitement that we are delighted to announce that the 2028 Finn Gold Cup has been awarded to WPNSA."

"The facilities at WPNSA are legendary, and the venue has hosted numerous championship events."

The British Finn fleet will be holding a qualification series for the 2028 Gold Cup during 2027, and there will be an automatic place for the winner of the 2027 British Nationals, plus discretionary places for U29 sailors.

The Gold Cup fleet will be populated with many sailing superstars from around the globe and should include world champions and Olympians

From the British fleet, former world and multiple European champion Ed Wright brings vast big‑fleet experience, while rising talent Cameron Tweedle has already proved himself at national and international level.

Masters standouts John Greenwood and Nick Craig, both regulars at the sharp end of World Masters results.

Aerial view of Portland Harbour and Weymouth & Portland National Sailing Academy (Image: WPNSA)

The current Finn Gold Cup title holder is Italy’s Alessandro Marega, who won the 2026 world championship at the Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron in Brisbane.

Before him, the 2025 Finn Gold Cup in Cascais was won by Estonia’s Deniss Karpak, with Italy’s Arkadii Kistanov taking silver and Finland’s Oskari Muhonen bronze. Other major names currently active at the top end of the class include Brendan Casey, 2026 Finn World Masters champion, Rafael Trujillo, Karl Purdie, Anders Pedersen, Valérian Lebrun and Anthony Nossiter.

The 2027 regatta is being held in La Rochelle, France.

80 Entries and Counting as Fireball World Championship Momentum Builds in Torquay

 

The UK Fireball Association is delighted to announce that 80 entries have already been secured for the 2026 Fireball World Championship, set to take place at the Royal Torbay Yacht Club from 22nd July 2026.

With just 47 days to go, excitement is rapidly building for what promises to be one of the most memorable Fireball events in recent history.

Hosted on the stunning waters of Torbay, the regatta will bring together crews from across the globe to compete in one of sailing's most enduring and competitive two-person dinghy classes. The Fireball, first designed in 1962, continues to thrive internationally, combining high performance, accessibility, and a strong sense of community.

The 2026 event is set to be a true celebration of the class, combining the Fireball World Championship with the UK National Championship, creating a packed on-the-water schedule and a festival atmosphere ashore. The combined format reflects the strength of the UK fleet and the growing international interest in this "home worlds" year.

A Championship On and Off the Water

While the racing will be fiercely contested, the social programme promises to be equally compelling. A full calendar of evening events will run throughout the championship, bringing together sailors past and present in true Fireball style.

At the heart of this will be a special "Fireball Legends Night", celebrating the rich heritage of the class. The evening will feature interviews, stories, and images spanning the decades since the Fireball's original design, offering a unique opportunity to relive the moments, personalities, and innovations that have shaped the class worldwide.

This blend of elite racing and vibrant social activity reflects what makes Fireball sailing unique—competitive on the water, but deeply connected and welcoming ashore.

A World-Class Venue

The Royal Torbay Yacht Club provides an outstanding setting for the championship, with Torbay widely recognised as one of the UK's premier sailing venues. The bay has a long history of hosting major international regattas and offers reliable racing conditions alongside a spectacular coastline backdrop.

Entries Still Open

With momentum building and entries continuing to rise beyond the current 80 boats, organisers expect a strong international fleet by the time the regatta begins.

Competitors are encouraged to secure their place and be part of what promises to be a landmark event for the Fireball class.

Entry can be made via the event site, 2026.fireballworlds.com.