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Sailing with Kit Noble (who has Parkinsons) and ex-Olympian Andre Usborne (who is in his 70s), 80-year-old Islander David Temple has almost completed his round the UK sailing challenge
Sailing
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.
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If you missed the sailing action on Saturday, enjoy these photos and video courtesy of Margaret Smith of Twilight Wight Photography
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The shoreside activity for Cowes Classics Week starts on Sunday 26th June as fifty classic cars assemble in front of the RLYC clubhouse for Cowes Classics Day
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The Yacht Club in Fishbourne has a long standing tradition of inviting those with a disability, to come and enjoy a day ‘at the Vic’, taking part in some of the on-the-sea shenanigans
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As well as venue off the Island for the new Winter Regatta, Cowes Week announce a new presenting Sponsor for Cowes Week 2022
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David will be joined by six other sailors, including Kit Noble and ex-Olympian Andre Usborne (who is in his 70s)
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There should be some spectacular sailing taking place in the central Solent from Friday to Sunday
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The money will be pooled with another charity to purchase and kit out a much-needed ambulance for a children's hospital
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A massive coup, this generous donation allows Classic Boat Museum to continue showcasing the historical legacy of the America’s Cup
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Dee’s appointment will seek to raise awareness and find solutions to help young people whose mental health has been affected by falling below the poverty line, having less time outdoors, school closures and reduced employment prospects
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The regatta director said, "Sailing is one of the great ways for people to learn responsibility and self-reliance and to learn to interact with others in a team and the Jubilee Sailing Trust has been helping people of all ages and abilities for the past 43 years to enjoy those benefits"
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UKSA launches first public appeal for support to improve mental health in youngsters as 14-year-old boy says ‘UKSA changed my life’
