GP14 Venetian Cup at Welsh Harp Sailing Club - Preview
by Len Read 31 Mar 2014 18:51 BST
12 April 2014
Saturday the 12 April 2014 will see the 2014 Venetian Open hosted in London with boats from across the country competing for the Venetian Cup. The Venetian Cup is one of the key competitions on the National racing circuit for the GP14 class of boats.
The Venetian Open begins form 0930 with a welcome breakfast at the Welsh Harp Sailing Club and preparation for competitors, with racing beginning at 1100. An ideal time for crews to meet each other and observe new boats, plan strategy for the day ahead. This pre-race period is also an opportunity to meet leading dinghy sailors from across the UK.
During the day the three races will be run from a committee boat overseeing strict start procedures according to Olympic racing rules.
The boats taking part are GP14's, a two handed dinghy with a mainsail, genoa and spinnaker. Designed by legendary British boat designer, Jack Holt, the GP14 is one of the most sailed boats in the world with a thriving competitive UK circuit.
Welsh Harp Sailing Club
The Welsh Harp Sailing Club was formed in March 2014 following a merger between BTYC and Seahorse sailing clubs. The new club hosts a substantial GP14 fleet, RYA training facilities, windsurfing and a growing Laser fleet.
Details
- Venetian Cup, Welsh Harp Reservoir, Brent, London
- Entry Fee: £10 per boat, Includes tea & lunch for helm and crew
- Hosted by Welsh Harp Sailing Club, breakfast 0930, Start time: 11:00 am
- Prize Giving estimated 1600, Address: Birchen Grove London NW9 8SA