Racing sponsored by Saturn Sails
Yacht racing on the Firth of Clyde
There are not many finer locations in the world to race yachts than around the scenic waters of the Firth of Clyde.
Flanked by the Isle of Bute, Great Cumbrae and the Scottish mainland, the racing area provides a good test of a sailor's skill and concentration. As a result, competitors travel from across the UK and Ireland to take in the most popular regatta in Scotland.
Racing Itinerary
On Saturday, Keelboats race in the area to the north of Cumbrae while dinghy racing takes place around the cans within the Largs Channel with up to 4 races on the day.
On Sunday, it's the famous Round Cumbraes Race - a long distance race around Big Cumbrae for the dinghies and catamarans, and both islands for the keelboats.
Classes include IRC, RC35, CYCA, restricted sail and dinghy.
Midweek Series
New for 2023, an additional Keelboat and Dinghy series will take place on Tuesday 29th and Wednesday 30th August organised by Fairlie Yacht Club.
For dinghies, there is a third race on Thursday 31st August.
Classes include IRC, RC35, CYCA, restricted sail and dinghies.
Midweek Series prizegiving will take place on Wednesday evening for Keelboats and Thursday evening for dinghies.
Arran Malt Scottish Two Handed Race
Now part of the Largs Regatta Festival experience, the Scottish Two Handed Race is a true test of a sailor's skill and teamwork. This event is sponsored by Arran Malt.
Saturday 2nd September
Prizegiving and a a brunch for competitors on Sunday 3rd September.