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Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta

Back in the 60’s….

Classic yachts in English Harbour had begun chartering and the captains and crews challenged each other to a race down to Guadeloupe at the end of the charter season. From this informal race, Antigua Sailing Week was formed in 1967, and in those days all of the yachts were classic.

Over the next 24 years…

The classic yachts were slowly outnumbered by the faster, sleeker modern racing yachts. A small number of classics still racing in 1987 found themselves grouped with cruising Class 3 which was less than ideal for these hard to manoeuvre full-keeled vessels.

And so it came…

Captains Uli Pruesse and Kenny Coombs hosted a meeting with other classic skippers onboard the magnificent schooner Aschanti of Saba and, several rums later, the Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta was born.

2024 Programme

Onshore activities.

Cream Teas & Gig Racing

Concours d’Elégance

Open Mic Music Night

Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta 2023

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The Blue Peter sailing in the Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta.

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Classic Regatta Schedule April 19-24

WEDNESDAY 19 APRIL, 2023 Registration

THURSDAY 20 APRIL Concours d’Elégance Judging

Single-Handed Race

Skippers’ Briefing

Prize Giving for Concours & Single-Handed Race

FRIDAY 21 APRIL 10am First start Old Road Race

SATURDAY 22 APRIL 10am First start Butterfly Race

SUNDAY 23 APRIL 10am First start Modified Kenny Coombs Memorial Cannon

Parade of Classic Yachts at Nelson’s Dockyard, English Harbour

MONDAY 24 APRIL Gig Racing and Cream Teas

Prize giving 1730 hours

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Embark on a sailing adventure at the 35th Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta, April 17th – 22nd, 2024, in Nelson’s Dockyard.

Classic yachts, except Spirit of Tradition and Modern Classics, will use the tailored Classic Rating Formula, offering simplicity and affordability. The regatta promises a perfect blend of serious racing, Antiguan hospitality, rum-soaked camaraderie, and abundant sunshine. This unique event, set in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere, stands out for its international appeal, bringing together around 60 yachts for four days of thrilling competition.

Join enthusiasts from across the globe to share the passion for sailing class, vintage, and traditional yachts. English Harbour will be alive with a festive atmosphere throughout the week, making the Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta an unparalleled experience. Register now for an unforgettable week of sailing and celebration!

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Born out of the Antigua Sailing Week, the Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta sees a number of historic yachts gather in Falmouth Harbour for a week of breathtaking racing around some of the Caribbean’s most beautiful waters.

Each year, a fantastic line-up of yachts race the 52-nautical-mile course around the island of Antigua , and a host of sailors and enthusiasts alike gather to share their passion while pushing the limits of their classic seafaring vessels.

From traditional sailing yachts to island crafts, ketches, sloops, and schooners, the Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta has been entertaining scores of discerning crowds since the mid-1980s.

With the trade winds of Antigua propelling vessels across the cobalt blue waters surrounding the harbour, visitors onboard their luxury charter yacht are provided an exceptional vantage point to observe big names performing at their highest capacity.

What’s more, with the Antigua Yacht Club hosting the event, guests are treated to ongoing hospitality over the week and an appropriate social programme. From live musical performances and dock parties to parades and award ceremonies, attendees can be assured that they will be thoroughly entertained when they take part. 

if you ware interested in participating or attending the Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta, please get in touch with your preferred yacht charter broker .

Alternatively, view the entire fleet of superyachts available for Antigua yacht charters .

Showcasing the most vintage and refined yachts in a distinctly Caribbean environment, the Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta never fails to inspire

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Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta 2023

The Antigua Yacht Club has great pleasure in announcing that, as from next year, the Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta will be run by a new team headed by Paul Deeth. The vision is to restore the Regatta to founder Kenny Coombs’ original concept of “like-minded people getting together to share their passion in racing stunning yachts in superb sailing conditions”.

The first move by this group has been to change the Event’s dates back to the traditional period before Antigua Sailing Week. Thus the 2023 Regatta will take place on 19th to 24th April, to include the Single-Handed Race, the Concours d’Elegance, three days of racing, the Parade of Sail into English Harbour, the Gig Racing and the Cream Teas. It will be mainly located at Nelson’s Dockyard, with plenty of opportunities to “swing the lamp” over a rum punch (or more) in that historic venue.

For further information or if anyone is interested in joining our new Classics Group as a volunteer, please contact  [email protected]

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Antigua classic yacht regatta.

April Apr 17 2024 - April Apr 22 2024 America/Antigua

The magical combination of serious racing, laid-back Antiguan hospitality, plenty of rum, sunshine, and great camaraderie in a friendly relaxed atmosphere, places the Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta in a class of its own. This international regatta brings together around 60 yachts to compete across four days of racing as people gather from all over the world to share the passion of sailing class, vintage and traditional yachts. Visitors to the regatta will enjoy a party atmosphere in English Harbour throughout the week.

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