Cowes Week, 11th August - 18th August 2012

Skandia Cowes Week is the world’s premier sailing regatta, with over 1,000 yachts and 8,000 competitors taking part in some top-class sailing. This eight-day event has a rich heritage having run since 1826 and attracts a wide range of competitors from true amateurs to Olympic and World champions.
It has a huge amount to offer both sailors and visitors alike, with an exciting racing schedule afloat and a packed entertainment itinerary on shore throughout the week. Solent yacht charter to visit Cowes during the regatta is a must, with its great selection of specialist shops, excellent line-up of live bands and superb choice of cuisine, all helping to create a festival atmosphere - plus one of the best sailing spectacles in the entire world!

Take a powerboat, a RIB, a yacht or a combination of these to witness this famous event. Our events team can arrange everything from travel, accommodation, photographs, prizes and more.

Visit the official Cowes Week site here