Henri-Lloyd Falmouth Week on the water
Comprising six sailing clubs and a town regatta committee, each with their distinct personality, the Port of Falmouth Sailing Association is the reason why Henri-Lloyd Falmouth Week continues to be successful year on year. Indeed, the event wouldn’t exist without the sheer devotion of the club members who work hard all year round to administer the Week on the water.

The Royal Cornwall Yacht Club
In 1871, the Mayor of falmouth petitioned HRH The Prince of Wales to become patron of a newly-formed yacht club, inspired by the regattas that had been held in the port for many years. The Prince – later King Edward VII – granted his onsent and sanction was given by the Admiralty for Club members to fly the blue Defaced Ensign and the Home Office gave permission fro the word ‘Royal’ to be incorporated in the Club’s name. Today, HRH The Prince of Wales, whose plume appears on the Club’s ensign, is its Patron. In recent years, the Club has hosted many sailing events including the Dragon Gold Cup and Edinburgh Cup, the Atlantic Challenge, the J/80 World Championship, the J/24 Nationals, the Sigma Nationals, and the demanding Azores & Back Race (AZAB), which they hold every four years for single- and double-handed competition. The Club’s continued involvement in the RYA Seamanship Foundation’s tuition for blind and partially-sighted students proves that sailing really is a sport that can be enjoyed by all. For more information visit www.royalcornwallyachtclub.org

The Helford River Sailing Club has organised racing for yachts and dinghies for over 50 years, and offers a well-established programme of events throughout the sailing year. It offers evening instruction on Wayfarers, Toppers and Oppies for adults on Tuesdays and juniors on Fridays; evening racing for yachts and gaffers on Wednesdays and dinghies on Thursdays; and longer races on summer weekends, notably the cross-channel elford to L’Aberwrach at the end of May. It hosts the first regatta of Henri-Lloyd Falmouth Week, as well as its own regatta each July, with events for yachts, gaffers and dinghies. The Club also has a cruising section hat takes a more relaxed view of life afloat. to find out more visit www.helfordriversc.co.uk

Restronguet Sailing Club organises regular sailing and social events for all, youth training for 8 – 18 year olds and sailing introduction days. Club racing takes place from April to December on Wednesdays and Sundays for dinghy classes and catamarans. The Club is keen to teach children the joys of sailing and has introduced sailing to some ofthe world’s best sailors, including Ben Ainslie. The club has a specialist race team who regularly organise uccessful championships for fleets of up to 150 boats. The club has several club dinghies, so prospective sailors can ‘have a go’ before they make a decision on buying a particular boat. Visit www.mysailingclub.org for further information about the Club.

Mylor Yacht Club was established in 1963 at the Royal Navy’s smallest dockyard, founded 200 years ago as a victualling station for British ships during the Napoleonic War. The now extended and modernised clubhouse is surrounded by the most modern marina in the West Country, and many yachting facilities. The Club is well known as friendly, and new members and visitors are always welcome. Both experienced sailors and beginners are encouraged to join in the club racing programme. For more details of the club, its extensive cruising programme and its myriad of other activities, log on to www.myloryachtclub.org.uk

St Mawes Sailing club is considered by many to be the perfect location for yachtsmen wishing to sail the idyllic waters of the Carrick Roads. During the sailing season, visiting crew will find a truly Cornish atmosphere in the clubhouse, with local musicians providing entertainment. Although racing for six or so classes takes place every Thursday and Sunday, the big events tend to revolve around high days and holidays in the peak season. Junior sail training is also well supported. St Mawes Regatta Day during Henri-Lloyd Falmouth Week attracts a large number of visitors who gather to enjoy the sailing and street entertainment in the evening. For more information visit www.stmawessailing.co.uk

Founded in 1921 for local residents, Flushing Sailing Club now attracts sailors for its regular summer Tuesday evening and Saturday afternoon races from far and wide. It encourages all classes of PY and IRC yachts and with 10 classes for the Tuesday evening windward starts, and a selection from 1000 courses, exciting races can be organised whatever the wind direction. Saturdays offer the opportunity for longer races, as well as less familiar start lines and courses at local regattas, to keep the attention span fresh. There are also a number of one-off events, such as single-handed or ladies helms races. For more information and a calendar of events, visit www.flushingsailingclub.co.uk

Falmouth Town Regatta is unique - it is not hosted by a club, but by a committee, which exists solely to stage the Champagne Day. The Committee is made up of local sailors and town representatives, with the Mayor of Falmouth as President. First run in 1955, this year’s Champagne Day is sponsored by Marks & Spencer, with a coastal course of between 25 and 30 miles for the
larger keel boats, and racing for the smaller boats in Falmouth Bay and Carrick Roads. www.falmouthweek.co.uk