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Windsong takes off for 2026 at Overy Staithe Sailing Club this weekend

by Jennie Clark 16 Apr 00:03 PDT 18-19 April 2026

This weekend the Windsong class will be racing in the glorious surroundings of Overy Staithe, the home of the designer John Owles and where the first boat was built.

The fleet will come together to race on the morning tide, ahead of the class going 'on tour' around the UK over the next few months. Will they be coming to a club near you?

On Saturday evening the class will have a social event, the first of the 2026. It promises to be an action packed season for this beautiful boat and its supporters.

Windsong sailing at Overy Staithe - photo © Harry Cory-Wright
Windsong sailing at Overy Staithe - photo © Harry Cory-Wright
Windsong sailing at Overy Staithe - photo © Harry Cory-Wright
Windsong sailing at Overy Staithe - photo © Harry Cory-Wright

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