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6 days ago
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Every road closure you need to know for Cowes Week
Drivers on the Isle of Wight should prepare for significant road closures as the popular Cowes Week regatta approaches. Here are some significant closures to be aware of. The Esplanade Link Road will be closed from its junction with Queens Road to the end of the surfaced highway, extending 70 metres to the east and west. This closure is scheduled to take place from 6am on August 1 until 11.59pm on August 9. The Parade will be affected from its junction with Castle Hill to its junction with Watch House Lane. This closure is set to begin at 8am on July 25 and will last until 5pm on August 13. Union Road and Market Hill will also see restrictions, with closures from its junction with Terminus Road to its junction with High Street. These closures are expected to be in effect from 6am on August 1 until 11.59pm on August 9. READ MORE: Popular holiday park fireworks back for Cowes Week 2025 High Street and Bath Road will be closed from its junction with Market Hill to its junction with The Parade during the same period, from 6am on August 1 until 11.59pm on August 9. Castle Hill will also be closed from its junction with Castle Road to its junction with The Parade during these dates. Carvel Lane will have restrictions from its junction with Terminus Road to its junction with the High Street, when necessary, for road safety between 3pm and 3am each evening and morning from August 1 until August 10. High Street will also be affected, with closures from its junction with Fountain Quay to a point 18 metres south of Carvel Lane during the same evening and morning hours. Access to The Parade will be limited, with vehicular access only possible from Union Road, Market Hill, High Street, and Bath Road from 5.30pm on July 25 until 5pm on August 13. Emergency service vehicles will have exemptions. No parking will be allowed on The Parade from 8am on July 26 until 5pm on August 13 except for a limited number of disabled spaces during the festival.
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22-07-2025
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Busy season ahead for Tenby Sailing Club and latest results
Sailing enthusiasts in Tenby enjoyed a weekend of competitions and activities. On Saturday, July 19, Tenby Sailing Club hosted two dinghy races organised by John McKellar, with the south-easterly wind providing a challenge to the three participating crews. Robin Wood and Ben Roberts, sailing R244, won both races. Steve Leach in RS600 784 came in second in race one, while the Osprey 1342, manned by Ted Lewis and Lucas Boissevain, took the runner-up spot in race two. Peter Rose, who processed the results, also travelled to Gelliswick Bay for the Pembrokeshire Yacht Club Regatta. He, alongside his son John, clinched victory in Division 2 on Saturday and secured third place in Division 1 of the Seven Forts Race on Sunday. The Redwing Class racing on Thursdays is reportedly revitalising the class in Tenby, with the 2025 National Redwing Championships set to take place in the town from August 23-29. Meanwhile, some members of the cruiser class embarked on a two-week holiday to the Scilly Isles on Sunday. Six more races have been scheduled for the season between August 9 and September 21. Junior training, which has seen more than 20 young sailors participate since April, continues on Wednesday evenings. However, there will be no session on August 6 due to the National Championship week for GP14s, Enterprises, and Miracles. The training will resume on August 13 and continue until September 17. The club is looking forward to a busy racing season, with more events planned for the coming weeks.
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15-07-2025
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Annual Tenby regatta cancelled due to weather
Tenby Sailing Club's annual regatta was cancelled on Saturday at short notice. The annual regatta, scheduled for last weekend, faced unexpected changes as extreme temperatures and lack of wind led to the cancellation of Saturday's events. Advertisement However, the weather improved on Sunday, allowing 33 craft to showcase their skills around Caldey Island. The fleet comprised four cruisers, 18 dinghies, and 11 wing foilers. Picante, hailing from Saundersfoot Sailing Club, claimed the top spot among cruisers, followed by Slipstream, Apatshe, and Seren, all from Tenby Sailing Club. In the dinghy section, Dan Jackson led the pack sailing the Osprey 1380, with Oscar Chess in Osprey 1348 as the runner-up. Keith McDonald in Fireball 15132 took third place. The remaining results saw Ted Lewis in Osprey 1342, Jason Taylor in Osprey 1336, Peter Rose in Scorpion 1933, Dave Griffiths in Osprey 1315, Steve Leach in RS600 874, Robin Wood in Europe 986, and Eric Evans in Redwing 249 completing the top ten. Advertisement The six wing foilers who began the race found themselves hindered by strong winds behind Caldey, preventing them from finishing. Prize-giving was handled by Tenby Sailing Club's cruiser captain Tom Eyre, who also expressed gratitude to the event's organisers and supporters. The race officer Jo Musson, beachmaster Terry Evans, and all the safety crew were applauded for their efforts in ensuring the smooth progression of the event. Recognition was also given to the event's sponsors: Penally Abbey Hotel, Coors, and AlpacaLipse.
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12-07-2025
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Royal Victoria Yacht Club celebrates 180th anniversary
The Royal Victoria Yacht Club (RVYC) has celebrated its 180th anniversary. The milestone was marked at the Fishbourne clubhouse over the weekend of June 28 and 29 with a series of events, including a regatta sponsored by Mermaid Gin and featuring races for all types of craft. Advertisement Established on May 24, 1845, RVYC boasts a rich history, having hosted the 1908 Olympic yacht races for Eight Metre, Seven Metre, and Six Metre yachts. The club's journey has not always been smooth. RVYC previous commodores. (L-R) Steve Warren Smith, Alan Colville, Nigel Talbot, Tony Pope, Helen Vrba, Babs Wise, Ian Murray, Chris Rickman, Ian Vallender. (Not present – Andrew Porteous, John Clack and Steve Sheridan). (Image: RVYC) Social changes post-war led to challenging times, with the club facing the brink of closure. However, a merger in 1961 with Fishbourne Sailing Club and Wootton Creek Sailing Club revitalised the institution, leading to a new clubhouse being opened in Fishbourne in 1962 by Prince Philip. Advertisement Today, the RVYC is thriving, boasting a flourishing cadet section, an expanding fleet of MOCRA multi-hulls and Scows, and a growing membership. The club, which weathered the Covid lockdowns, welcomed HRH The Princess Royal in 2021 for its 175th anniversary. The RVYC remains a popular venue for open events and rallies, holding a prime position at the mouth of Wootton Creek with views across the Solent. On June 28, the regatta was followed by a barbecue and live music from The Accelerators, long-time favourites at the RVYC. The celebrations continued on June 29 with a welcome from Commodore Helen Vrba to visiting commodores from Brading Haven YC, Sea View YC and East Cowes Sailing Club, as well as some of the RVYC's longest-serving members. Advertisement A highlight was the celebration sail-past of members' boats, which was described as a spectacular sight. Vessels ranging from large cruisers and multi-hulls to paddleboards, rowing skiffs, and even two swan pedalos participated, sweeping past the pontoon to take the salute before heading out to sea. The weekend's celebrations concluded with afternoon tea on the lawn and a toast by former Commodore Alan Colville, celebrating both the club's past and its future. The RVYC, although transformed from its Victorian and Edwardian heyday, retains artefacts from its rich history on display in the clubhouse, a reminder of its prestigious past.
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10-07-2025
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Sailors brave strong winds in 'challenging' regatta
The Taittinger Royal Solent Yacht Club Regatta featured 198 boats competing in challenging conditions. The 17th edition of the event took place from Friday, July 4 to Sunday, July 6, in Yarmouth, Isle of Wight. Advertisement The first race on Saturday was particularly tough for all participants, as they faced a west-southwest breeze fluctuating between 19 and 23 knots and a deep swell. Many teams had to carry reefs, except for the 20 boats in IRC 1. READ MORE: Optimistic Isle of Wight athletes head for Island Games 2025 Jumping Jellyfish and McFly among top performers in high-stakes races (Image: Tim Jeffreys) As the wind continued to strengthen on Saturday morning, the White Group's boats headed towards the calmer waters off the Island shore. However, the Black Group braved the mid-Solent, with the downwind leg of the first race causing many boats to retire due to broaches, spinouts, and spinnaker issues. Advertisement With gusts peaking at over 30 knots at noon, the second race for the Black Group was cancelled. In the White Group, the six classes completed two races. Sunday saw a much calmer Western Solent, with the westerly breeze building swiftly from nine knots to gusts in the 20s towards noon. This allowed the Taittinger RSYC Race Committee to schedule Black Group's missing race from Saturday while White Group completed their single race for day two. SEE MORE: Wight Triathlon's summer event sees 22 athletes compete Taittinger RSYC Regatta draws 198 boats for thrilling Solent weekend (Image: Tim Jeffreys) The prize-giving ceremony on Sunday saw several repeat winners from last year's regatta. Advertisement David Richards's J109 Jumping Jellyfish celebrated a clean sweep with a 1-1-1 victory. Tony Mack and crew of J111 McFly scored 1-2-2, while Peter Lloyd's Spirit C72 Gwenhyfar II triumphed for a second year in the IRC Classic Cruiser Class. A comprehensive list of results for the 2025 Taittinger RSYC Regatta is available in the sailing results section. The regatta showcases the challenging yet rewarding nature of competitive sailing in the Western Solent. Despite the difficult conditions, the event was a success, with some boats standing out for their skill. The regatta continues to be a much-anticipated event in the sailing calendar, attracting participants from various classes.
