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Two dinghy regattas to be held in Summer 2022 at Royal Torbay Yacht Club

by Bob Penfold 20 Apr 2022 03:52 AEST
Royal Torbay YC © Alex & David Irwin / www.sportography.tv

We are pleased announce two weekend dinghy regattas in 2022, both being held at Torquay. Fun and competitive racing for PY Dinghies - Asymmetric, Non-Asymmetric and Junior Classes.

The English Riviera Dinghy Regatta, introduced in 2021, is a Torbay combined clubs event over the weekend of June 11th - 12th.

The Torbay Dinghy Regatta will take place over the weekend October 8th - 9th.

We look forward to welcoming sailors from around the country to come and join us at these events and enjoy racing on some of the finest sailing water in the world.

The 4000 Eurocup 2019 was held at Royal Torbay YC - photo © Tania Hutchings
The 4000 Eurocup 2019 was held at Royal Torbay YC - photo © Tania Hutchings

  • EASY AND QUICK ACCESS TO THE RACE AREAS FROM THE SHELTERED HARBOUR
  • CLUB, CAR PARK AND TOWN CENTRE ARE ALL CLOSE TO THE HARBOUR
  • FREE BERTHING AND DINGHY PARKING
  • GREAT HOSPITALITY, BAR AND FOOD

Over many years, the Royal Torbay Yacht Club has established an enviable reputation in hosting top class regattas and championships. We welcome enquiries from class associations seeking venues for Regional or National Championships at either of these events.

At the same venue, the Torbay Royal Regatta, August 19th - 22nd.

For further information contact Bob Penfold or visit rtyc.org

Fireballs racing at Royal Torbay YC - photo © Tania Hutchings
Fireballs racing at Royal Torbay YC - photo © Tania Hutchings

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