7th Annual Bosham Classic Boat Revival

I started a post recently writing about one of my old sailing clubs – Wembley SC up on the North Circular Road. And now I can write about another of my sailing clubs – Bosham SC.

The call is going out for all classic boat owners for the annual Bosham Classic Boat Revival, 2-3 September, in the pretty harbour village in West Sussex.

Quoted as the “premier classic small boat event in the UK” last year, this event attracted 46 classic racing dinghies from around the country.

This year there will again be five races over the two days, using the full scope of Chichester Harbour, which should make for varied and interesting racing. Over the past six years the event has attracted over 50 different classes, totalling 342 entries and 700+ sailors from 65+ clubs.

Regular classes entering include the Alabcore, Chichester Harbour 18, Devon Yawl, Enterprise, Fireball, Finn, International 14, Jollyboat, National 12 & 18, Merlin Rocket, Yachting World Dayboat, & 12m2 Sharpie to name a few (no Fireflies in there? – Ed)

One of the event highlights is the Concours d’Elegance: the hours of loving restoration bestowed on many of these classic racing dinghies is appraised by a judging panel who have the difficult task of choosing the one which, in their view, is the best and award it the coveted accolade. It is a true display of skill and craftsmanship.

For further information on the Bosham Classic Boat Revival, visit classicboatrevival.co.uk where entry forms, notice of race and sailing instructions are available. Alternatively email ay@classicboatrevival.co.uk