Events

May
10
Sun
2015
Semaine du Golfe du Morbihan @ Golfe du Morbihan
May 10 – May 17 all-day

The biennial Semaine du Golfe du Morbihan festival of boats (and food, wine and lots of other good things!). See the following forum post and web site for more details:

http://www.swallowyachtsassociation.org/smf/index.php/topic,995.0.html

http://www.semainedugolfe.com/Home-1074-0-0-0.html

May
22
Fri
2015
Sail Caledonia 2015 @ Great Glen, Scotland
May 22 – May 30 all-day

Sail Caledonia is the annual Scottish ‘Raid’ or expedition for boats powered by sail and oars which takes place in the Highlands of Scotland in early summer.

Using the three major lochs of the Great Glen and the 200 year old Caledonian Canal, the fleet of up to 25 boats races, explores and ceilidh their way up the Glen from Fort William through Fort Augustus and Loch Ness before finishing the journey in the Highlands’ capital, Inverness.

See the Sail Caledonia web site for more details.

Jun
12
Fri
2015
Swallow Boats Rally @ Ullswater
Jun 12 – Jun 14 all-day

Swallow Boats rally on Ullswater. See following forum topic for details:

http://www.swallowyachtsassociation.org/smf/index.php/topic,980.msg6336.html#msg6336

Jun
28
Sun
2015
Swallow Boats Raid @ Mylor Yacht Harbour
Jun 28 – Jul 3 all-day

Mon 29 June to Fri 3 July 2015 at Mylor Yacht Harbour, Falmouth. See following forum post for full details:

http://www.swallowyachtsassociation.org/smf/index.php/topic,1067.msg7237.html#msg7237

Jul
16
Thu
2015
Swallow Boats Rally @ Weymouth
Jul 16 – Jul 19 all-day

SwallowBoats rally at Weymouth, Dorset. Based out of Weymouth & Portland National Sailing Academy and Portland Marina. Proposed format is as follows but this is subject to numbers and conditions:

Friday 17th: Launch boats, sailing Portland Harbour / Weymouth Bay.
Saturday 18th: Sailing in Weymouth Bay or east along cost. Dinner in evening at local restaurant.
Sunday 19th: Sailing in Portland Harbour / Weymouth Bay. Possibly a race if sufficient interest. Recover boats.

Full discussion and details on following forum topic:

http://www.swallowyachtsassociation.org/smf/index.php/topic,1071.msg7324.html#msg7324

Sep
6
Sun
2015
English Raid – Plymouth Sound @ Plymouth Sound
Sep 6 – Sep 11 all-day

See the English Raid website for details: http://www.raidengland.org/.

Sep
25
Fri
2015
Swallow Boats Rally @ Lake Bala
Sep 25 – Sep 27 all-day
May
13
Fri
2016
Ullswater rally @ Ullswater
May 13 – May 15 all-day

The rally will be based at Glenridding Sailing & Activity Centre.  Skippers should let Matthew Peacock know (via the forum) if they intend going, but book directly with:

Glenridding Sailing & Activity Centre
The Spit
Glenridding
Penrith
Cumbria
CA11 0PE

t: 017684 82541
e: info@glenriddingsailingcentre.co.uk
w: http://www.glenriddingactivitycentre.co.uk

For camping see: http://www.ullswater.co.uk/camping.html#Watermillock

For Ullswater map and sailing guide see Ullswater Users Guide at http://ww.lakedistrict.gov.uk/visiting/?a=254047

For info and feedback on the previous June 2015 Ullswater event  please see: http://www.swallowyachtsassociation.org/smf/index.php/topic,980.0.html

As usual, skippers will be solely responsible for their boats, crews, property and money.

For more details and registration please see the forum topic: http://www.swallowyachtsassociation.org/smf/index.php/topic,1224.msg8684.html#msg8684

May
27
Fri
2016
Sail Caledonia 2016 @ Great Glen, Scotland
May 27 – Jun 4 all-day

Sail Caledonia is the annual Scottish ‘Raid’ or expedition for boats powered by sail and oars which takes place in the Highlands of Scotland in early summer.

Using the three major lochs of the Great Glen and the 200 year old Caledonian Canal, the fleet of up to 25 boats races, explores and ceilidh their way up the Glen from Fort William through Fort Augustus and Loch Ness before finishing the journey in the Highlands’ capital, Inverness.

See the Sail Caledonia web site for more details.

Jun
26
Sun
2016
Swallow Yachts Raid @ Mylor Yacht Harbour
Jun 26 – Jul 1 all-day

See the following forum topic for full details:

http://www.swallowyachtsassociation.org/smf/index.php/topic,1236.msg8844.html#msg8844

Aug
7
Sun
2016
English Raid @ River Clyde
Aug 7 – Aug 12 all-day

English Raid 2016. See following forum topic for details:

http://www.swallowyachtsassociation.org/smf/index.php/topic,1275.msg9171.html#msg9171

Apr
14
Fri
2017
Lake Bala @ Lake Bala
Apr 14 – Apr 15 all-day
Apr
19
Wed
2017
Milford Haven @ Milford Haven
Apr 19 – Apr 23 all-day
May
26
Fri
2017
Sail Caledonia @ Great Glen, Scotland
May 26 – Jun 3 all-day

SAIL CALEDONIA – The Highland Scotland Raid

27th May – 3rd June 2017

Coast to Coast Adventure through the Great Glen & Caledonian Canal!

Fort William to Inverness, sail or row in canal, loch and sea.

Traverse the 66 mile course and enjoy the exciting sailing of very open green water in Loch Ness 22 miles (36km) and the 29 Locks and 10 swing bridges along the way.

A warm invitation to traditional style boat sailors (5-9m length)
Challenging Highland environment.
Great company, great competition and excellent music!
International entrants very welcome the Swiss, Dutch, French,
and many other countries are regular participants.

2016 prices for entry will be held until the 1st October for the early boats!

Full details & registration at: www.sailcaledonia.org
Follow and join Sail Caledonia on Facebook.

Jul
1
Sat
2017
Swallow Yachts Raid @ Mylor Yacht Harbour
Jul 1 – Jul 6 all-day

This year’s Swallow Yachts Raid will run from 2nd – 6th July 2017.

The programme has yet to be finalised but will definitely include the now-favourite cream tea run, and we’ll hopefully head out to Helford this time too.  Despite the less than fabulous weather last year the Raid was enjoyed by everyone and we hope to see new faces and people returning again this year!  It’s a fun event, with friendly racing and cruising in company, camping/campervan accommodation can be included as part of the package (first come, first served) and a cooked breakfast can also be included.  Your packed lunches are provided and the days are rounded off with a drink on the jetty and a fantastic evening meal served by Castaways on the harbour front.

Cost of the packages vary depending on what you would like to include so please email events@swallowyachts.com for further information. We can’t accept entries or requests for further information via the forum/comments or to other Swallow Yacht email addresses – you must email and use the events@swallowyachts.com address!

Jul
20
Thu
2017
Coniston Water @ Coniston Water
Jul 20 – Jul 23 all-day
May
25
Fri
2018
Sail Caledonia 2018 @ The Great Glen, Scotland
May 25 – Jun 2 all-day

The world’s longest running sail and oar event, held in the stunning scenery of the Scottish Highlands, returns for 2018. See the event’s website for full details:

http://www.sailcaledonia.org/

Aug
10
Fri
2018
Lake District Ullswater Swallow Boats Meeting @ Lake District Ullswater Swallow Boat Meeting
Aug 10 – Aug 12 all-day

Ullswater is a popular venue with attractive scenery, interesting but not too challenging sailing and good shore facilities.

Patterdale is a straightforward 15miles (30 mins) drive from J40 on the M6.

See the “Ullswater” blog on the Swallow Boats forum for general sailing advice and location details.

Local B&B’s and campsites to suit all tastes can be found on the internet.

A popular choice for Swallow boaters is Gillside Farm, Glenridding, Penrith CA11 0QQ
www.gillsidecaravanandcamping site.co.uk 017684 82346
Gillside Farm has pitches for tents and motor homes, is a short stumble from the Travellers Rest and and a slightly longer stumble down to Glenridding.

Glenridding Sailing Centre  is again providing parking, launching/recovery, changing rooms and a warm welcome for £65 Friday to Monday.  If you are attending then please let me know on this forum or messages and book yourself and boat directly with GSC at:
Glenridding Sailing & Activity Centre

Tel: 017684 82541
info@glenriddingsailingcentre.co.uk

www.glenriddingsailingcentre.co.u

Please note I’m happy to provide advice and assistance on the location and meeting arrangements but please see the terms on which I organise this event mentioned in the Ullswater blog and elsewhere on this forum.  Skippers are entirely responsible for the physical safety, money and property of their boats and crews.

Matthew Peacock

May
25
Sat
2019
Sail Caledonia @ Fort William to Inverness
May 25 – Jun 1 all-day

Classic raid from Fort William to Inverness, from sea to sea.

Probably now fully booked but contact the organisers and try your luck.

May
27
Mon
2019
Semaine du Golfe du Morbihan @ Gulf du Morbihan, Brittany, France
May 27 – Jun 2 all-day

Huge French sailing festival.  Brits made very welcome!