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Cowes Classics Regatta 2026 - Entries Open and NoR Published

by Cowes Classics Regatta 27 Mar 06:13 PDT 4-7 June 2026
Dragons at Cowes Classics Regatta © Tim Jeffreys Photography

Cowes Classics Regatta, the flagship event of the Royal London Yacht Club in Cowes, in conjunction with the Royal Thames Yacht Club, is delighted to announce that entries have opened, and the Notice of Race has been published on the dedicated regatta website.

The regatta has a four day format for 2026 with racing from Thursday 4th through to Sunday 7th of June.

On the water, the majority of the racing will be run from committee vessels across a number of race course areas, with the option to still use the club's shoreside starting line if required. The two clubs have been working with the various classes to ensure that they are given the type of racing they individually prefer, be that windward/leeward or laid mark courses around the Solent. The regatta will be run in a Corinthian spirit but is aiming to offer some great racing across the Solent, balanced with a varied social programme.

The Royal London Yacht Club, now also the Royal Thames shoreside base, is in the heart of Cowes Parade and will be hosting a series of regatta events.

Now in its sixth year, Sunday will once again be a spectacle on the Parade for 'Cowes Classics Day' with classic cars on show, whilst on the water, moored at Trinity Landing, will be a selection of classic yachts. 'Cowes Classics Day' has become somewhat of an institution in Cowes, and this year promises something for all.

The Notice of race, entry forms and booking sheets for all the planned events and dinners are available online at www.cowesclassicsregatta.org

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