Heave ho!

Cowes is home to one of the most famous sailing regattas in the World, Cowes Week, so it’s little wonder readers have a keen interest in the sport of sailing.

With the many sailing clubs around the Wight, Islanders prove that it’s a ‘sport for all’ and not just those with the means. Here you’ll find all news relating to the sport and leisure activity of sailing.

Despite some challenging weather Cowes, enjoyed another successful regatta

Suzanne and Alan share this annual roundup of activities and events held during Cowes Week.

Monday, 19th August, 2019 10:00am

By Suzanne and Alan Whitewood

Lots to see and do shoreside at Cowes Week

There are a huge number of things to see and do for all the family at the 2019 Cowes Week.

Thursday, 8th August, 2019 9:58am

By Suzanne and Alan Whitewood

Speed and safety campaign launched by Harbour Commission ahead of Cowes Week

Map of harbour with detail of restrictions

With so many major events taking place in Cowes this month, CHC are running a safety and speeding campaign.

Wednesday, 7th August, 2019 5:07pm

By Louisa Mamakou

King’s Cup sailing challenge moved due to severe weather warning

Members of the public are invited to watch the race from the SailGP Race Village, which will be free to access and include a 500-seater grandstand.

Wednesday, 7th August, 2019 9:55am

By Sally Perry

Records broken during Rolex Fastnet Race at weekend

Overall winner of the Rolex Fastnet Cup will be decided in the next few days when handicaps are calculated, and the remaining yachts have completed their 605nm race.

Monday, 5th August, 2019 8:59am

By Suzanne and Alan Whitewood

Duke and Duchess of Cambridge go head to head in Cowes sailing race

duke and duchess of cambridge unveiling the king's cup

Duke and Duchess of Cambridge will go head to head in major regatta in support of Their Royal Highnesses’ charitable causes. Each boat taking part will represent one of eight charities and the winning team will be awarded the historic trophy The King’s Cup.

Thursday, 1st August, 2019 11:39am

By Sally Perry with one comment

400+ boats to compete in the Rolex Fastnet Race this week

Fastnet Race start line in Cowes with many yachts on the water

Started in 1925 with seven yachts setting sail from Ryde to the Fastnet Rock then on to Plymouth the Rolex Fastnet Race now attracts over 3,000 competitors in the 400-boat fleet. Watch the start this Saturday.

Wednesday, 31st July, 2019 3:09pm

By Suzanne and Alan Whitewood with one comment

Last yachts pass the Transatlantic Race 2019 finish line

carina arriving in cowes by suzanne whitewood

Suzanne and Alan share an update on the 2019 Transatlantic Race.

Wednesday, 24th July, 2019 4:14pm

By Suzanne and Alan Whitewood

First yachts pass Cowes finish line in Transatlantic Race

Transatlantic Race 2019 Newport, RI USA to Cowes, Isle of Wight UK. Scallywag takes line honours in Cowes Isle of Wight.

Suzanne and Alan share this latest news from the 2019 Transatlantic Race which saw yachts arriving in Cowes over the weekend.

Tuesday, 9th July, 2019 8:51am

By Suzanne and Alan Whitewood

Islander Jo Richards wins top prize in Round the Island Race (and record for most cups of tea)

Jo Richards (centre) with Brian Thompson (R)

As well as winning the Gold Roman Bowl, Eeyore skipper, Jo Richards, believed he had broken his own record for the most cups of tea whilst going round the Island.

Monday, 1st July, 2019 8:49am

By Suzanne and Alan Whitewood