Register Now for the Ceilidh Cup 2024: Embrace the Fun and Tradition!
Enter Now for the Ceilidh Cup 2024
5-6 October 2024
The Royal Northern & Clyde Yacht Club in Scotland is excited to host the final round of this year’s RYA National Match Racing Series. This prestigious event will take place over the weekend of 5-6 October 2024 and also includes the Scottish Student Sailing (SSS) Match Racing Championship.
Up to nine teams can participate, each consisting of 4 to 5 crew members, ready to #rockupandrace at Rhu. The winning team will have the chance to compete at the Grand Finals for the series, scheduled for mid-October at London’s Queen Mary Sailing Club.
Early bird registration is available at £320 per team until midday on 18 September. After that, the entry fee will be £350 until deadline at 23:59 on 28 September 2024.
Interested participants can enter now for the Ceilidh Cup – RYA National Match Racing Series: Qualifier 6.
In 2023, the Ceilidh Cup featured seven competing teams, with Strathclyde University Sailing Club winning both the overall title and the SSS championship.
As the Royal Northern & Clyde Yacht Club celebrates its bicentenary in 2024, it looks forward to welcoming teams from across Scotland and beyond. Event Coordinator Eilidh Millar highlighted the club’s fleet of Sonars, which are ideal for competitive match racing, creating an even playing field in various weather conditions.
The race area at East Patch, located just off Helensburgh at the top of the Firth of Clyde, provides excellent winds and spectacular scenery, making it a perfect location for this exciting event.
“For university teams, this is the first event on the student sailing calendar, offering a fantastic opportunity to reconnect with old friends, meet new ones, and revive past rivalries,” Millar stated. Both novice and experienced teams are invited to participate, as the event has traditionally served as an introduction to match racing for many university students.
Additionally, the club and Scottish Student Sailing plan to offer optional training on the Friday before the event, which will cover boat handling and sailing rules.
You can enter for the Ceilidh Cup or find out more about the RYA National Match Racing Series, including event details and the Notice of Race, at www.ryamatchracing.co.uk.
Oliver Hayes, a seasoned sailor and marine journalist from Southampton, has a profound love for the sea that has shaped his career. Holding a degree in Marine Journalism from the University of Portsmouth, Oliver is celebrated for his compelling and insightful storytelling. His work vividly captures the excitement of sailing and the rich maritime heritage of the United Kingdom, making him a respected figure in the sailing community. When not writing, Oliver enjoys exploring the British Isles’ diverse coastlines and participating in local regattas, always on the lookout for his next nautical adventure.