The Gentleman Magazine Issue 9 | June 2018 | Page 79

Racing is an important part of the regatta, but it is by no means
the sole focus. The event is famous for its camaraderie on and
off the water, bringing together classic yachts and enthusiasts
from across the UK and Europe, and from as far afield as
Australia.
Socialising is a vital part of Panerai British Classic Week
and the regatta concludes on Friday 20th July with one final
afternoon of hospitality in the Panerai Lounge, followed by the
spectacular Panerai British Classic Week prize giving dinner
and dance in the Haven Events Centre.
up close it is not hard to appreciate why. Most of the British
classic yachts are privately owned, meaning that for many their
upkeep is purely down to the devotion of their owners and
crew. With such a rich heritage of classic yachts being built and
sailed on Britain’s coastal waters, it is delightful to see so many
beautifully maintained yachts entering the regatta every year.
The nature of Cowes makes it the perfect location for spectators
to enjoy the action; with fabulous viewpoints over the water,
to a host of bars and shops, regatta week has something for
everyone.
The regatta promises to be a glorious week on the water with
a full and diverse programme and line starts and finishes
that will provide picture-perfect moments for competitors
and spectators alike as the yachts gather together. A daily
programme of ‘cruise in company’ events sees the cruising fleet
sailing to a variety of beautiful locations including Bucklers
Hard at Beaulieu and Newtown Creek on the Isle of Wight.
The British Classic Yacht Club’s motto is Per Ardua ad Marum
(Through hard work to the Seas) and after seeing these yachts
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