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If you are looking to experience the exhilarating atmosphere of a fast paced race, get your team working together even tighter, create a lasting impression on your clients or network with fellow industry professionals, join Sunsail throughout the year and immerse yourself in the heart of the action at some of the nation’s most high-profile annual events.
Not only do Sunsail run inter industry regattas and organise their own regattas, but we also have a high profile at a number of renowned open events.
To view this years complete calendar online
click here FEBRUARY 2008
CHILLER DAY - Sunsail Regatta
23rd February
Blow away those winter blues with some thrilling round the cans racing. Sunsail have our identically matched fleet of Sunfast 37s available for a day’s racing in the Solent. The programme for this event will include up to 3 races* on Saturday followed by a prize-giving in Portsmouth Harbour Yacht Club.
A Chiller Day racing package costs £440 which includes hire of a Sunfast 37, Supper on Friday evening, bacon butties on Saturday morning and all race management and premiums.
MARCH 2008
SUNSAIL RACING SERIES: SPRING - Sunsail Regatta
Round 1 - 8th to 9th March
Round 2 - 15th to 16th March
Round 3 - 29th to 30th March
Thrilling round the cans racing in the Solent on board one of our identically matched fleet of Sunfast 37s. Enter just one round or all races in the Spring, Summer and Autumn series.
£695 per yacht including hire of Sunfast 37 and race entry
EASTER FLOTILLA - Sunsail Rally
21st to 24th March 2008
Why not take advantage of the four day Easter break and sail in company around the beautiful Solent?
The cruise will take you on a tour of the Solent's most popular destinations of Lymington, Poole Harbour and Cowes, Isle of Wight, the home of international yachting. The trip provides a fantastic opportunity for everyone from budding day skippers to would-be yacht masters. This event is ideal for groups and individuals alike who want to gain experience in the comfort and safety of the Solent.
APRIL 2008
SPRING SOLENT QUEST - Sunsail Event
12th to13th April 2008
Mastermind for mariners! This fun challenge is an ideal opportunity for fledgling day skippers to take the helm! Teams work against the tides and time to battle it out for points and prizes!
£850 per yacht, £195 per person including hire of Sunfast 37, race organisation, overnight marina fees, prize giving drinks reception. (Per person bookings includes breakfast and lunch each day) .
MAY 2008
BELL LAWRIE SCOTTISH SERIES - Open Regatta - Largs, Scotland
23rd - 26th May 2008
Scotlands answer to Cowes Week, enjoy an action packed racing series and celebrate with a wee dram in the bar!
POOLE REGATTA - Open Event
24th to 26th May 2008
BE PART OF THE ACTION AT THE POOLE REGATTA, SPONSORED BY INTERNATION YACHT PAINT
Sunsail have their identically matched fleet of Sunfast 37's available to enter into this fantastic event
Charter package costs £2500 per boat and includes: Hire of Sunfast 37 from 1900hrs on Thursday 22nd May to 1700hrs on Monday 26th May, race entry fees on Saturday and Sunday, passage race from Cowes to Poole on Friday 23rd May, overnight marina berths in Cowes on Thursday 22nd May and in Poole from Friday 23rd to Sunday 25th May inclusive, prize-giving by Parkstone Yacht Club, shore based support from the Sunsail team, engine hours, wet weather gear and VAT.
Individuals packages are also available at £500 per person and includes (in addition to the above): Sunsail skipper and 4-day provisioning pack.
FRENCH RALLY - Sunsail Rally
24th to 26th May 2008
This event is aimed at those who want to gain miles in their log book. Approximately a 160 mile round trip to Cherbourg, with the possibility of some night sailing, unlike the passage sails this event allows you to spend some time ashore to allow for some sight seeing or a little shopping!
£250 per person including hire of Sunfast 37, Skipper and on board catering.
SPECIAL OFFER - 6 people for the price of 5
JUNE 2008
INDUSTRY SAILING CHALLENGE - Sunsail Regatta
12th to 14th June 2008
Mix business with pleasure and push your company forward. With over 40 teams expected in 2008 the ISC has become one of the world's largest one-design corporate yachting events. This year the ISC returns to Port Solent and crews will take part in a 24 hour challenge race of twice around the Isle of Wight.
£1800 per yacht and includes charter of Sunsail Sunfast 37 for from 1900 on Thursday to 1700 on Sunday, race entry fees and race organisation, pre-race BBQ supper, hull decals, prizegiving drinks and canapes, team photo and individual trophies for each team member, berthing fees at Gunwharf Quays, support from the Sunsail Team and VAT.
SUNSAIL TARBERT REGATTA - Sunsail Regatta - Largs - Scotland
20th - 22nd June 2008
SCORCHER DAY - Sunsail Event
21st June 2008
Soak up the summer sun and test your tactics against other teams in the summer scorcher. A Scorcher Day racing package costs £440 which includes hire of a Sunfast 37, Supper on Friday evening, bacon butties on Saturday morning and all race management and premiums.
ROUND THE ISLAND RACE – Open Regatta
27th to 29th June 2008
One of the most exciting and unique events on the annual sailing calendar, with over 2000 yachts and 12,000 sailors, both amateurs and serious, competing against each other.
£2195 per yacht including hire of Sunfast 37, overnight accommodation on board, marina fees in Cowes each night and race entry fees. Collection 1800 hrs Friday, return 1700 hrs Sunday.
JULY 2008
SUNSAIL RACING SERIES: SUMMER – Sunsail Regatta
Round 4 - 19th to 20th July 2008
AUGUST 2008
SKANDIA COWES WEEK – Open Regatta
2nd to 8th August 2008
Mix business and pleasure with Sunsail at Skandia Cowes Week 2008.
The highlight of many a social calendar, Skandia Cowes Week is an amazing event drawing sailors and spectators from far and wide, year after year. If you’ve never experienced the atmosphere or are a well-weathered advocate, make sure you don’t miss out on your yacht charter opportunity to join in the racing or simply spectate!
Racing PackagesFull week charter package
£8500 per yacht including hire of Sunfast 37, race entry, overnight berth in Cowes for the week, marina passes, prize giving, engine hours and wet weather gear. Collection 1200 hrs Friday, return 1200 hrs following Saturday.
Find out more...Single day charter package
£1800 per yacht including a skipper, on board catering and marina passes.
Find out more...Individuals£195 per person per day including a skipper, on board catering and marina passes.
Find out more...Hospitality in Skandia Cowes Week Single Day Hospitality
A perfect treat for clients or your team. Cruise the Solent in style with a day charter that combines an exhilarating day of spectating with leisurely sailing and superb hospitality. You’ll have a ringside seat in the heart of the action to experience the speed and excitement of the racing while being looked after by your Skipper and Hostess. £2395 per yacht per day for up to 10 guests.
Find out more... SCOTLAND CRUISE IN COMPANY - Sunsail Rally - Largs, Scotland
15th - 22nd August 2008
SUNSAIL RACING SERIES: SUMMER – Sunsail Regatta
Round 5 - 16th to 17th August 2008
LARGS REGATTA - Open Regatta - Largs, Scotland
22nd - 24th August 2008
FRENCH RALLY - Sunsail Rally
23rd to 25th August 2008
This event is aimed at those who want to gain miles in their log book. Approximately a 160 mile round trip to Cherbourg, with the possibility of some night sailing, unlike the passage sails this event allows you to spend some time ashore to allow for some sight seeing or a little shopping!
£250 per person including hire of Sunfast 37, Skipper and on board catering.
SPECIAL OFFER - 6 people for the price of 5
SEPTEMBER 2008
LITTLE BRITAIN CHALLENGE CUP – Open Regatta
11th to 14th September 2008
Rapidly becoming one of the largest corporate events in the Solent, teams from the Construction Industry compete in aid of the Jubilee Sailing Trust. A prestigious regatta second only to Cowes Week.
£2500 per yacht.
THE SILICON CUP - Open Regatta
25th - 26th September 2008
Now in it's ninth year, the Silicon Cup attracts over 80 yachts and aims to raise over £75K for charity as manufacturers, channel providers, IT departments and other related suppliers battle it out over a days racing! The fun starts with a welcome drinks reception and BBQ over in Cowes and ends with a Gala dinner at the Cowes Event Centre.
£1675 per yacht.
OCTOBER 2008
AUTUMN SOLENT QUEST – Sunsail Regatta
4th to 5th October 2008
Mastermind for mariners! A hugely popular and fun challenge, this is an ideal opportunity for fledgling day skippers to take the helm! Teams work against the tides and time to battle it out for points and prizes!
£850 per yacht, £195 per person including hire of Sunfast 37, regatta breakfast in Portsmouth Harbour Yacht Club, overnight marina fees in Cowes Yacht Haven, drinks in the Fastnet Brassiere and prizes.
SUNSAIL RACING SERIES: AUTUMN - Sunsail Regatta
Round 6 - 18th to 19th October 2008
Round 7 - 25th to 26th October 2008
NOVEMBER 2008
SUNSAIL RACING SERIES: AUTUMN - Sunsail Regatta
Round 8 - 8th to 9th November 2008
SUNSAIL RACING SERIES: THE FINAL - Sunsail Regatta
One day racing for the winners of this year's rounds.
15th November 2008