Racing at Cowes Classics Regatta is rich in the camaraderie and corinthian values that underpin our great sport.
The high quality of racing has made Cowes Classics Regatta the largest Classic Yacht competition in the world
No other classic regatta offers such a wide-ranging gathering of racing classics, from keelboats to dayboats, cruisers and gaffers.
Cowes Classics Regatta is run by sailors for sailors, including a team of lovely people who serve free tea and cake after racing.
Getting a classic to perform needs experience, and this regatta is where you can learn from the best
From daily drinks receptions to suppers, BBQ and Regatta Dinner, you’ll enjoy roaring good fun in like-minded company.
Cowes Classics Regatta is all about racing traditional yachts on the water and enjoying fabulous social events ashore. Metre boats, Classic Racing Dayboats and Yachts, Old Gaffers and Spirit of Tradition Yachts race central Solent courses. There are daily prize events, tea and cake at RLYC each day after racing and great value fun socials each evening.
See the latest Cowes Classics Regatta Results.
Photos of the action every day.
The online notice board includes essential downloads.
Entries for Cowes Classics Regatta are published online.
Join the crew wanted/available WhatsApp group.
A wide range of regatta clothing is available.
Our regatta charity for 2025 is Cowes Sailability..
Socials throughout the regatta with many free to racers.
Cowes Classics Day is an established part of the regatta, with a free display of classic vehicles.
Organised by Royal London Yacht Club and Royal Thames Yacht Club with the help of leading local clubs, Cowes Classics Regatta is run by sailors for sailors.
