Regatta Articles
After a bumper Family Weekend to set the tone, the stage is now set for days of packed entertainment, grand competition, and the kind of small-town magic that makes Dartmouth’s Regatta a fixture in diaries year after year.
Official Opening Ceremony The official curtain-raiser opened when Chair Ed Botterill stepped up to welcome the crowds gathered along the Embankment. His words will be met with the stirring sound of the Band of the South West Sea Cadets, their brass and drums ringing out across the Dart, a reminder that this is as much about heritage and community pride as it is about racing.
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Dartmouth Regatta 2025 – Tradition, Colour & Celebration on the Dart!
28-08-2025
New names join the line-up this year, including Rod Appleyard’s RP69 Moneypenny from Royal Freshwater Bay Yacht Club, Dara Johnson’s silver-hulled Gunboat 68 Slingshot, and Grant Poklington’s 40-foot flyer Anarchy, racing in the Super 40 division.
The heart of the regatta, however, is the loyal fleet who make the pilgrimage year after year. Boats like Stuart Malouf’s multihull Coconuts (NSW), John and Kim Clinton’s much-loved Holy Cow! (NSW), Mark and Karen Tobin’s C’est La Vie (QLD), and Wayne Millar’s Zoe (QLD) — last year’s divisional winner — form the backbone of this great tradition.
27-08-2025
An unexpected twist in The Ocean Race Europe sees Team Holcim-PRB triumph via a redress ruling.
24-08-2025
The 2025 Snipe North American Championship in San Diego welcomed spectacular conditions for sailing, as evident in the riveting photo gallery by Bob Betancourt.
24-08-2025
The 2025 Salcombe Yacht Club Regatta showcased a stunning display of sailing prowess amid an array of diverse sailing conditions.
11-08-2025
The 35th installment of the Juana Good Time Regatta aims to give experienced and novice racers an unforgettable sailing extravaganza.
02-08-2025
The Royal North of Ireland Yacht Club (RNIYC) gears up for the fervently awaited Mercedes-Benz RS400 Eurocup and UK-Irish National Championship 2025.
01-08-2025
Well-executed strategies and heart-stopping moments punctuated Day 2 of the Musto Lark National Championship 2025, held at the South Caernarvonshire Yacht Club.
28-07-2025
The 2025 Long Beach Olympic Classes Regatta witnessed top-drawer competition defining a week of sailing supremacy.
19-07-2025
SailGP, the much-anticipated global sailing event, makes its grand UK stop in Portsmouth. The city buzzes with thrill as renowned sailors gear up, with spectators eagerly waiting.
18-07-2025
The New York Yacht Club has rolled out the third announcement of skippers for its International Women's Championship in 2026.
14-07-2025
The 7th South West Travellers set sail at Dittisham Sailing Club, presenting a day filled with bright sun, robust gusts, and riveting sailing competition.
14-07-2025
The Classic Yacht Challenge Series Sweeps Into the Weekend With the Enthralling Vineyard Cup Regatta
The Classic Yacht Challenge Series (CYCS) comes alive this weekend with the prestigious Vineyard Cup, promising an exhilarating display of maritime prowess and heritage.
10-07-2025
The 17th Taittinger Royal Solent Yacht Club Regatta showcased the thrilling highs and challenges of yacht racing, with 198 boats battling choppy waves and gusty winds.
07-07-2025
Immerse yourself in the thrilling moments of the 17th Taittinger Royal Solent Yacht Club Regatta and the okay Nationals Day 2 at Dabchicks Sailing Club.
07-07-2025
The Marina Militare Nastro Rosa Tour 2025 kicked off in a spectacular show of sailing prowess, leaving spectators and participants excited for the journey ahead.
05-07-2025
After undergoing a massive refit, the Trimaran SVR-Lazartigue has triumphantly reclaimed its natural habitat- the sea.
04-07-2025
At the Helly Hansen Merlin Rocket Week 2025, competitors were greeted with challenging weather and exhilarating races, making Day 4 a spectacle to remember.
02-07-2025
The 2000 Millenium Series 4 recently took place at the Chichester Yacht Club, with competitors experiencing superior sailing conditions and thrilling racing.
01-07-2025
Puck, Poland, becomes the playground for 440 determined young sailors, competing in the 2025 ILCA 4 Youth European Championships.
22-06-2025
Rediscover the joys of sailing at the 26th annual Fiumanka Race, a celebration of seafaring traditions and communal unity in the picturesque city of Rijeka, Croatia.
16-06-2025
For 2026, the BVI Spring Regatta & Sailing Festival has moved the event forward a week from previously published dates to March 23-29. Additionally, Scrub Island will now kick off the Sailing Festival, and the Nanny Cay Cup Round Tortola Race has moved to Wednesday (March 25, 2026).
15-06-2025
Embrace the opportunity to experience the thrill of open-water dinghy racing at the upcoming 2025 River Exe Regatta, hosted by Starcross Yacht Club.
08-06-2025
Experience the surge of adventure as we reflect on the sensational sailing competitions that recently swept Staunton Harold and Draycote Water Sailing Clubs.
04-06-2025
The magnificence of the International 14 Prince of Wales Cup Week takes centre stage at the WPNSA, putting on an unforgettable sporting spectacle.
27-05-2025
A Royal Navy warship and a tall ship will be attending and participating in the 38th Falmouth Classics Regatta from 13th – 15th June.
HMS Express, number 163, one of sixteen Archer Class P2000 fast patrol boats and assigned to the Devonport based Coastal Forces Squadron will be in the Port of Falmouth during the Classics Regatta.
24-05-2025
Cowes Week Limited (CWL), the organisation behind the world’s premier sailing regatta, is delighted to announce that Sunsail, a globally recognised leader in yacht chartering, has renewed for a further year as the Official Charter Sailing Partner for the 2025 Regatta.
23-05-2025
The enthralling second day of the venerable Tre Golfi Sailing Week's IMA Maxi European Championship Inshore Series sets new benchmarks.
20-05-2025
Experience the thrilling spectacle of the RS Tera SW Traveller Series expertly hosted by Whitefriars Sailing Club.
20-05-2025
Cowes Week Ltd has confirmed that Garmin®, a global leader in marine electronics, will return as the Official Weather Forecast Sponsor for Cowes Week 2025. The renewed partnership extends Garmin’s long-standing support for one of the world’s most prestigious sailing regattas.
12-05-2025
With anticipation at an all-time high, the sailing world sets its sights on the upcoming 2026 Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta. A key event for anyone with a passion for the sea.
04-05-2025
The 60th Anniversary of the Congressional Day 3 races proved to be a stunning spectacle as high-stakes races decided this year's semi-finalists.
03-05-2025
Slicing across the sea while defining aesthetics and performance, 'The Jean Genie,' reigns its dominance at the Fraglia Vela Riva Alpen Cup Day 2.
02-05-2025
The inaugural CIC Med Channel Race kick-starts its journey with an exceptional start, setting high standards for its future.
27-04-2025
An inside look at the passionate sail athletes competing in the historic French regatta, the 56th Semaine Olympique Française de Hyères.
26-04-2025
From tranquility to high adrenaline, Transat Paprec's sixth day tipped the scales of unpredictability, amid captivating sailing landscapes.
25-04-2025
The anticipation surges as impressive, almost surreal conditions are forecast for Antigua Sailing Week 2025.
24-04-2025
Immerse in the exhilarating world of yacht racing, kickstarting with the Salcombe YC Sailing Club Series' first two races.
22-04-2025
As spring gently unfurls its vibrant hues, East Kent's Radio Sailing Club inaugurates Event Three of the stimulating DF95 Spring Series at Barton's Point Coastal Park.
18-04-2025
Brisk sea breeze, lively currents, and the thrill of a sprint – that's what unfolds with the Scorpion Staunton Spring Sprints!
14-04-2025
An overview of the much-anticipated Bembridge Illusion Designer Trophy that aims to set a new standard in sailing come 2025.
14-04-2025
Expert sailors and novices alike converge for the Border Counties Midweek Sailing Series at the esteemed Nantwich & Border Counties Sailing Club.
13-04-2025
A burst of newly-fashioned entries is set to shake up the Superyacht Cup Palma 2025, breathing fresh life into this prestigious regatta.
12-04-2025
Marking a memorable milestone, the city of Seattle prepares to host the spectacular Clipper Race for the 10th year running and proudly unveils its own team entry.
04-04-2025
For sailing aficionados, the spectacular J/70 Corinthian European Championship's heart-pounding opening days in Cascais, Portugal, have been nothing short of a maritime spectacle.
03-04-2025
Discover the intrigue, vigor and camaraderie surrounding West Country Boat Repairs' arduous RS200 SW Ugly Tour at the Bristol Corinthian Yacht Club.
31-03-2025
Brace for an extravagant sailing spectacle, as the 2025 Chile World Cup promises immense thrill and fierce competition.
24-03-2025
The coastal paradise of Vilamoura is abuzz with excitement as it prepares to host the enthralling Dragon Sailing events.
24-03-2025
The much-anticipated SailFest Newcastle Regatta 2025 made a grand start, setting the stage for a thrilling regatta season.
22-03-2025
On the choppy waves of Rutland, sailors with steely determination battled the elements in the Solo Winter Championship.
15-03-2025
In a thrilling announcement, the renowned Sandringham Yacht Club has been chosen to host the 2027 ILCA Under-21 World Championships.
13-03-2025
Pouring passion and prowess into the waters of Draycote, the RS Feva Class National Open Training Coached Regatta mirrors the excellent craftsmanship of sailing.
12-03-2025
The final day of the Bacardi Cup Invitational Regatta 2025 proved to be an encounter of epic proportions, revealing the unmatched beauty of competitive sailing.
09-03-2025
An ocean of change is being charted by Trofeo Princesa Sofia Mallorca, as it pioneers in promoting gender equality at sea.
07-03-2025
The Nautilus Marine Insurance Sydney Harbour Regatta, notorious for its thrilling water clashes, surprises enthusiasts with an unusual light and late start.
01-03-2025
The stage is set for the world's most southerly superyacht regatta, the 2025 New Zealand Millennium Cup. Yachting veterans and new entrants together promise an adventure of epic proportions.
29-01-2025
In the world-renowned Vendée Globe sailing marathon, skippers battle through tough seas and fierce winds, on their thrilling race towards Les Sables d'Olonne.
28-01-2025
The 2025 County Cooler, hosted at Notts County Sailing Club, proves resilient in the face of a vicious storm, providing spectators with a thrilling sailboat race
27-01-2025