BRIXHAM HERITAGE REGATTA

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Brixham’s Heritage Boat Regatta 2008

We are now inviting entries for the 2008 Brixham Heritage       Regatta.

 

The Brixham Heritage Regatta has its roots in the Sailing Trawler races that have been held in Torbay since 1851. In 1914, King George V presented the perpetual challenge trophy known as the 'Kings Cup', to be raced for by Brixham registered sailing trawlers over 40 tons. This was competed for annually from 1919 until 1939.

The race was revived in 1997 when several of the historic trawlers, 'Leader', 'Vigilance', 'Pilgrim' and 'Provident', returned home to the Brixham area.

The modern event is now a highlight of the traditional sailing calendar. It has racing in five classes, allowing traditional sailing vessels of all types, shapes and sizes to take part.

The event is organised voluntarily by the sailors who run the Brixham based boats, and we aim to provide what sailors want - good sailing, good competition, good fun and good craic. All money raised is used to fund future events. Whether you are a traditional boat owner, skipper, crew, enthusiast or spectator, we hope that you will be able to join us in Brixham

New for the 2008 Regatta is the

Dartmouth to Brixham Passage Race on Friday 23rd May.

 

A lunch time start is planned with the aim of arriving in Brixham in time for the welcome meal at the Yacht Club on that evening.

 

It will be possible to register for the regatta in Dartmouth. For details please see page opposite.

 

 

 

 

Regatta Programme

FRIDAY 23rd MAY

All day berthing will be available on the Town Pontoon in Brixham (reserved exclusively for competitors, by kind permission of the Harbour Master). 9am to 10.30am DARTMOUTH REGISTRATION for the Passage Race, on the committee boat ’Valhalla’ in Dartmouth. Berthing will be available on the South Embankment the night before, by kind permission of Dart Harbour .

12.00 PASSAGE RACE START-CLASS A for traditional and classic sailing vessels 30 feet and over in length - Noss Marina Shield

12.15 PASSAGE RACE START-CLASS B for traditional and classic sailing vessels 29 feet  and under in length.- Noss Marina Shield

5pm to 7pm BRIXHAM REGISTRATION on board Vigilance, for those who have not already registered in Dartmouth.

7.30pm RECEPTION in Brixham Yacht Club, to which all crew of participating vessels are invited. This will be followed by a  complimentary crew dinner, made with freshly caught Brixham fish!

SATURDAY 24th MAY

1000: Skippers Briefing - Grenville House

1100: Race preparation off breakwater

(in your own time)

1240: Class 1 Race (staggered start)

1315: Classes 2 and 3

1330: Classes 4 and 5

1900: Prize giving at Brixham Yacht Club

2150: Fireworks display, Brixham Heritage Festival

 

Entry Fees inclusive of mooring fees

Up to 18 feet             £10

18 – 40 feet              £15

Over 40 feet              £25

Entry fees include a £5 deposit for sail numbers, which will be refunded when sail numbers are returned at the end of the regatta.

 

 

King George V Cup

Sailing Trawlers, over forty tons, or over sixty feet on deck. Entrants must be able to prove the vessel has been registered for commercial fishing. No Handicap.

 

CLASS 1 – Large boats

Brixham Heritage Cup

Sailing trawlers competing for Kings Cup and traditional vessels or derivatives over sixty feet on deck. Old Gaffers Association handicap.

 

CLASS 2 – Working boats

Forty Ton Cup

Other working boats and direct derivatives, 30 - 60 feet on deck - gaff rig. OGA handicaps will apply.

Lugger Trophy

For luggers, 30-60 feet. Handicap TBC.

 

CLASS 3 – Working boats - small

Beverly Cup

Working boats and direct derivatives up to 29 feet on deck – must be gaff/lug or similar rig. OGA handicaps will apply.

 

CLASS 4 – Classic yachts - cruising & open yachts

Pat Osborne Trophy

This class is for gaff rig yachts up to 59 feet on deck, principally designed for cruising or recreational use. OGA handicaps apply.

 

 CLASS 5 – Classic yachts - cruising & open yachts

Brixham Heritage Salver (Bermuda rig).

This class is for wooden traditional yachts up to 59 feet on deck– generally over 30 years old and designed for cruising or recreational use. PY handicaps to apply.

 

CONCOURS D’ELEGANCE

Awarded to the best presented vessel in each of the categories (4/5 together)

 

2008