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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The Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust aims to inspire young people's cancer recovery through sailing and you can help them to raise £31,500 in their race around the Island through their new 'Buy a Mile' fundraising initiative.
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'Buy a mile' and you might be firing the starting gun at this year's Round The Island Race (not to mention helping young people with cancer)
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With the likes of Sir Robin Knox-Johnston and the sailing community supporting them, the campaign to reinstate sailing into the 2020 Paralympic Games surely can't be ignored.
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Family rescued after dinghy capsized off Norris Castle, east of East Cowes
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OC ThirdPole the company that organises the Extreme Sailing Series confirm details of the races moving to Cardiff.
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The cash boost will help Cowes Sailability Club reach their £96,000 target for a new specially-designed Island-built motorboat that is fully wheelchair accessible
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Celebrated yachtswoman Dame Ellen MacArthur shares adsvice with veteran British adventurer Sir David Hempleman-Adams as he prepares for his greatest ever challenge – sailing solo across the Atlantic in support of St John Ambulance.
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Cowes RNLI sets a progressive example by embracing women in key roles
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There's a chance for six young Islanders to take part in a week of free sailing during October half term with Ocean Youth Trust South.