Awards Articles

Son Surprises Dedicated Volunteer Dad with Prestigious RYA Scotland Impact Award, Marking a Lifetime of Sailing Service

The 2025 Largs Regatta Festival became a memorable occasion for Pete Wright, a veteran volunteer at Fairlie Yacht Club, who unknowingly found himself as the centre of a surprise award presentation. His dedicated service and unwavering commitment to the sailing community was recognised with the RYA Scotland Impact Award, a prestigious accolade in the world of Scottish sailing.

The award, given by the national governing body for sailing and boating in Scotland - RYA Scotland, recognises individuals who have made a significant impact on sailing and boating in the country. Wright’s nomination was driven by admirable community appreciation for his volunteering work, which span several decades and touched countless sailing events. From the smallest local regatta to the high-energy Cumbraes Weekend, Wright’s calm leadership and deep expertise have become a linchpin of Fairlie Yacht Club’s race programming.

10-09-2025

Spray, Glory and Silverware

Cowes Week 2025 ended in style, with trophies awarded

It had been a week of weather games and tactical headaches, where light-air specialists and heavy-weather bruisers both found their days to shine. And by the time the Island Sailing Club and Cowes Yacht Haven rolled out the prize-giving silverware, there were as many stories as there were trophies — each one carried home by a grinning crew and a slightly over-polished helmsman. The Big One – Britannia Cup For pure prestige, no trophy rivals the Britannia Cup.

10-08-2025