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More than 150 yachts to anchor in Guernsey for sailing event

More than 150 yachts to anchor in Guernsey for sailing event

BBC News28-06-2025
More than 150 yachts are expected to arrive in Guernsey on Saturday as part of an inter-island race and UK regatta.Guernsey Marinas said about 100 competitors were taking part in the Royal Ocean Racing Club's 2025 Morgan Cup Race, which will see sailors start on the Isle of Wight on Friday and end in St Peter Port. An inter-island yacht race is also set to begin at 08:30 BST in Jersey with sailors expected to arrive in Guernsey from the afternoon.Guernsey Ports marina manager Steve Lowe said it was "hoping for good weather and fair seas".
He said: "Our team will be on hand to support everyone in having a smooth and enjoyable experience. "If you are venturing out on your boat this weekend, please be patient with our visiting yachtsmen and prioritise safety on the water at all times."Mr Lowe added that events like these helped the island's economy.He said: "This weekend's regattas are likely to make this one of our busiest weekends this summer."It will be a real spectacle out on the water and more than 100 boats will be staying in Guernsey Marinas overnight."
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