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Stoneways VPRS National Championship Entries Open

by Chris Jones 27 Jul 2021 12:34 BST 28-29 August 2021
Racing in the 2019 VPRS Nationals in Christchurch Bay © Ian Roman / International Paint Poole Regatta

Stoneways VPRS are pleased to announce that entries are now open for the 2021 National Championship. The unmissable event is set to run across the weekend of the 28-29th August at Lymington Town Sailing Club for excellent Western and Central Solent racing and a relaxed rendezvous and dinner for socialising amongst the growing class membership.

The Notice of Race can be downloaded from vprs.org / www.stoneways.co.uk and entries can be made directly here.

The Stoneways VPRS class is open to all and participation is ideal for those looking to get into an accessible and friendly club racing scene. Entry costs £20 with a further £25 per head for the class dinner. Those without a VPRS rating can apply for one until the 23rd August using a standard set of measurements and pay for race entry and a rating certificate in one simple £40 payment.

The 2021 National Championship is made possible with the sponsorship of Stoneways Marine. The marine insurers offering policies for discerning yacht owners and the marine trade, with high service levels, care and unrivalled expertise. Stephen Lees, the well-known Lymington based artist, is the 2021 prize sponsor.

Will Prest, Stoneways Director and Underwriter said, "It is great to see entries open for the Stoneways VPRS National Championship. The Stoneways team look forward welcoming entrants from across the south coast for a great weekend on and off the water. We will be out in the Solent competing amongst the field and look forward to sharing a drink with everyone afterwards."

For full race and class details visit vprs.org and for all your 2021 yacht insurance needs, contact the Stoneways team on 03333 609 886 or visit www.stoneways.co.uk.

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