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Once described as ‘the Grand National of sailing’,
the annual Round the Island Race is extremely popular in the sailing world.
The amount of publicity it attracts raises a huge amount of money for its official
charity: Prostate Research Campaign UK.
By chartering one of our yachts, your company could take part in the 50-mile
race, sailed anti-clockwise around the Isle of Wight, alongside competitors
from all around the world, and make a difference in the medical world by raising
funds for the fight against prostate cancer.
The race was first started in 1931 with only 25 entries. Today there are over
1700 yachts competing for the beautiful Gold Roman Bowl. Entrants range from
being complete novices sailing in the smallest offshore categories, to very
accomplished competitors sailing in maxi-yachts. Sir Edward Heath is among
the most notable of contestants having won the race 4 times!
Despite the record winning time standing at just over 3 hours, most entrants
cross the finishing line in late afternoon, which makes for a relaxing, enjoyable
sail with plenty of time for team building, networking and letting your hair
down with a nice glass of bubbly!
The race takes place on the 20th of June, but all
entries must be in by May 6th – so call us now on 02380 423308 to charter
one of our racing yachts and take part in this amazing spectacle on the Solent
waters.
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