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RYA Dinghy Show tickets make a great stocking stuffer!

by Emma Slater on 7 Dec 2012
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Are you seeking a last minute stocking stuffer for the dinghy sailing fan in your family? Then look no further, a ticket to the RYA Dinghy Show 2013 will be a sure fire hit.

Taking place at Alexandra Palace, London over the weekend of 2-3 March 2013, the RYA Dinghy Show, in association with Suzuki and Yachts and Yachting, is the only show in the world dedicated to all things dinghy. With hundreds of exhibitors, clubs and classes the RYA Dinghy Show is packed to the rafters with the latest boats, classic designs, kit, gear and gadgets of all kinds, as well as offering loads of free advice, free workshops and free talks and a whole host a fun activities, competitions and events to enjoy, it’s a dinghy lovers’ dream.

And even if you never tried dinghy sailing before, then the RYA Dinghy Show is the perfect place to find out all you need to know about getting started, the boats, the kit and much, much more.

Already confirmed for the 2013 show is the new dedicated Start Sailing area, Rig Tuning coaching session, Boat Fit Boot Camp and Mirror Class 50th anniversary display and historical talk, while around the show you can enjoy the Holt blow boat challenge, model boat pool and boat repairs workshop and that’s just for starters!

So why not get your tickets now in time for Christmas.

Tickets brought in advance cost just £11.00 for adults (£9.00 for RYA members). Children 16 or under; accompanied by an adult, just £5.00 a ticket and free on Sunday (maximum two free of charge child tickets per adult). Children who are RYA members go free of charge all weekend.

Tickets can also be purchased on the door for £13.00 adult and £6.50 child, but if you want to beat the queues and save money then book online here or by calling the ticket hotline on 0844 858 9069.

With so much to see and do sometimes one day isn’t enough, so for 2013 we have introduced a special two day ticket; ensuring you don’t have to miss a thing!

Two day tickets bought in advance cost just £16.50 for adults (RYA members £13.50) and £5.00 for children (RYA child members go free all weekend).

You can also purchase two day tickets on the door, £19.50 for adults and £6.50 for children.

Tickets on sale now.

Look out for more information on talks, attractions, competitions and much more coming soon. Visit www.dinghyshow.org.uk or check out the RYA Dinghy Show Facebook page.
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