Events - 2025
Bembridge Gig Fest - 14th/15th June
Well, what an absolutely fabulous weekend of sun soaked, and beach baked racing, involving six clubs from the island and mainland! On Saturday there were three races,mixed, ladies and open, over a two kilometre course and on Sunday the same three classes raced around St Helen's fort against the clock. Here are some of the comments made after the event:
“What a brilliant club - so many people doing so many things to make things like this weekend happen - wow what a great experience”
“What an AMAZING BGF yet again!! Loved it all. Fantastic results today. Well done all 😁. Thanks SO much to all who made it happen (perfect rowing conditions too 😊🚣♥).”
"What an enjoyable weekend the ECA (Eastney Cruising Association) gig section had at this year’s Bembridge Gig Fest! The surroundings were lovely, the hospitality was great and the organisation perfect. We enjoyed some great racing on both the Saturday and Sunday, and I’m pleased to say we came away with a few prizes! We look forward to returning next year.”
And on top of all that, Yarmouth won two of the three races on Sunday! Full results below. Well done everyone!!
Hamble River Raid - 17th May
Huge thanks and congratulations to the Hamble River Raid Committee for organising a fantastic event, as usual! A great turnout, a wonderful, happy atmosphere, and great fun in the sun (not to mention the fab hog roast!)
Yarmouth’s Spirit was the 4th Cornish Pilot Gig home, in a time of 42 mins 39, with just 4 seconds separating them from 3rd placed Taran from Lewes PGC. The winning Gig clocked in at 41:07. A great result for the team (we’ll be at least 5 seconds quicker next time …): Keith (cox), John (stroke), Nick, Geoff, Rosanne, Fiona and Andy W - well done to all!!
Three Harbours Event - March 8th
On a beautifully sunny Saturday the men's crew joined another one hundred and twenty keen rowers to take part in the first Three Harbours event of the 2025 season. Hosted by Itchenor Sailing Club, there were three races, ladies, men's and mixed, all rowing the same course from ISC out to East Head Spit and back to the club to finish. On a staggered start of twelve boats, Yarmouth soon found their stride and settled into a steady rhythm which they maintained throughout the row, battling a strong easterly on the return leg with some choppy water but finding nothing to phase this crew.
They completed the course in just four seconds short of an hour. This turned out to be the fastest time recorded by any cornish gig during the day and faster than the two other boats in the men's event. A splendid effort to start the season.
ISC were excellent hosts and made their bar, restaurant, lounges and facilities fully available to the visiting teams. So a celebratory drink, a good lunch and a lovely setting rounded off a perfect day for the crew (there was also the added attraction of some excellent rugby to watch in the club bar!). The satisfied team travelled home looking forward to a year of similarly enjoyable and successful events. Hats off to the Three Harbours organisers for a great start to the year.
