SUMMER REGATTA GUIDE
NORTH
BASS WEEK
3-11 August, Bassenthwaite SC, Bassenthwaite Lake
OVERVIEW: A well-appointed clubhouse, stunning scenery; grounds for camping and caravanning, with daily class and fleet racing and generous awards. Social programmes for competitors and younger family members.
INSIDER TIP: Discounts for both camping on-site and regatta entry fee if received by 9 June 2019.
SPONSOR: The Lakes Distillery and its One product brand.
WEBSITE: bassenthwaite-sc.org.uk
ROYAL YORKSHIRE YACHT CLUB REGATTA
27 July-3 August, Bridlington, East Yorkshire
OVERVIEW: Open regatta sailed in Bridlington Bay with racing for IRC/BHS Cruisers, Contessa 26 and Yorkshire OD classes.
INSIDER TIP: Accommodation available in the club bunk room.
WEBSITE: ryyc.org.uk
EAST
ALDEBURGH YACHT CLUB REGATTA
18-23 August, Suffolk
OVERVIEW: Attended by upwards of 350 boats and culminates in the regatta ball. Racing on the river for Dragons, Flying Fifteens, K6s, Loch Longs, Wayfarers and Lasers, plus handicap starts for dinghies and keelboats. Afternoons see handicap races for cruisers, keelboats, dinghies and Aldeburgh Lapwings. The week before is Aldeburgh Youth & Junior Regatta.
INSIDER TIP: It’s a popular holiday destination, so book ahead.
WEBSITE: aldeburghyc.org.uk
BLACKWATER SAILING CLUB REGATTA AND CLUB WEEK
Club Week 11-16 August; Regatta 17 August, Essex
OVERVIEW: Class racing for Toppers, Mirrors, Optimists, Fireballs, Lasers, Wayfarers and Sprites, plus Medium and Fast handicap racing and Club Cruisers. Fun events ashore and full social programme.
INSIDER TIP: Over 100 boats to launch and recover each day, so good ramp discipline is essential – arrive early and listen to the ramp master!
WEBSITE: blackwatersailingclub.org.uk
BRIGHTLINGSEA YOUTH REGATTA
7-9 August, Brightlingsea SC, Essex
OVERVIEW: Brings together cadet sailors from across the region to compete in a three-day fun regatta aimed at building racing confidence and friendships. With coaching support, racing development and a social programme. Also acts as a feeder for Learning & Skills Solutions Pyefleet Week, which follows immediately.
INSIDER TIP: Come prepared for fun!
WEBSITE: sailbrightlingsea.com
BURNHAM WEEK
24 August-31 August, Royal Burnham YC, Royal Corinthian YC, Burnham SC (represented by Burnham Week Ltd), Essex
OVERVIEW: New to racing this year, Cruiser Class Nine will be racing over the Bank Holiday. Classes One, Two, Five and Six will race local handicap, and Multihulls will be racing over the Bank Holiday weekend and the final Saturday. Fleets include Dragons, RS Elites, Royal Burnham ODs, Royal Corinthian ODs, Squibs, Ospreys, Phantoms (Eastern Area Championships) and Handicap Fleets.
INSIDER TIP: Clubs and pubs of Burnham have stocked their cellars ready for a bumper week!
WEBSITE: burnhamweek.com
DEBEN YACHT CLUB REGATTA WEEK
2-6 August, Suffolk
OVERVIEW: Two races for dinghies each day; fast fleet, slow fleet, and any other class
