Join UKSA in racing at one of the most prestigious events in the sailing calendar

UKSA’s location along the Cowes waterfront, with beautiful views over the River Medina, means you’re never far away from the action.

Cowes has been the home of international yacht racing since the founding of the Royal Yacht Squadron in 1815. The town gives its name to the world’s oldest regular regatta, Cowes Week, which takes place every August. Over 8,500 competitors and 100,000 spectators descend on Cowes each year for the races, making it the largest event of its kind in the world and this year you can be a part of the action.

Entertain your guests on one of our corporate charters for up to 10 guests.

Choose any day between August 7th – 14th, subject to availability

What’s included:

•  Expert tuition – A UKSA skipper and first mate will be on-hand to show you and your guests the ropes.

•  Collection from the Red Jet if required

•  Breakfast and lunch served onboard

•  Canapes and drinks (drinks at additional cost) on return at the UKSA bar

•  Official Race day photo of you and your crew

•  Hire of Yacht and race entry fees

•  Yacht Fuel

•  All required equipment – wet weather clothing, lifejackets

Racing Day Itinerary:

Pick up from Red Jet terminal in Cowes (if required) or parking available at UKSA for your guests.

8.30am – Meet your skipper and mate at UKSA in Cowes over breakfast and have a briefing of the day ahead. Kit will be issued. yachting

9.30am – Depart UKSA marina and head to start line (hoist sails and learn the basics of sailing a racing yacht)

10.30am- Race start *

3.00pm – Finish race, lower sails and return to UKSA

4.00pm – Arrive back at UKSA marina for canapes and drinks (bar available)

Drop off at Red Jet terminal (if required) at a time to suit your group, or it doesn’t have to end there, after your days racing you can head into Cowes to enjoy the evening entertainment.

*Note: All race start and finish times maybe subject to change

Extras:

Accommodation: UKSA has a range of accommodation available at the site in Cowes, subject to availability. Starting from £55 pppn.

Company branding: Add your company branding to our boat, to make an impact on the race course.

To enquire:

Contact Emma James for more information: emma.james@uksa.org / 07942344494

 

 

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