Falmouth Harbour celebrates its 150th anniversary by supporting Falmouth Classics 2021
by Don Garman 15 Feb 2021 06:51 GMT
11-13 June 2021
A busy Falmouth Haven during Falmouth Classics 2019 © Doug Jackson /
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Falmouth Harbour, have confirmed support for the Falmouth Classics in Cornwall, as headline sponsor for 2021. The event will take place from 11 -13 June, Covid 19 restrictions permitting. Support for the Classics will be the highlight of the Falmouth Harbour Commissioner's celebrations to mark the Trust Port's 150th anniversary.
Falmouth Harbour Chief Executive Officer, Miles Carden, said "In this important year of celebration for the Harbour and through our marina Falmouth Haven we are excited to announce our support, to the largest heritage and classics sailing event in the UK. We are really excited to increase our support to the event in 2021 in the Harbour's milestone year. Falmouth Classics is now an important part of the Harbour's culture and will bring a much needed economic boost to the town in 2021. The Falmouth Harbour team look forward to working closely with the Classics team to ensure a great event, which will provide an incredible backdrop as we welcome the world's press to Falmouth as a part of the G7 conference."
To recognise the 150th anniversary of the Harbour Falmouth Classics Association is planning a spectacular parade of sail and power on Sunday 13th June, at 10.30. A Royal Naval vessel is expected to lead the parade from Trefusis Point off Falmouth Docks, towards Black Rock, followed by a flotilla of harbour vessels, led by one of the Falmouth Harbour pilot boats. Behind the modern port craft, a fleet of sailing pilot cutters, some original and some modern recreations and other vessels relevant to the port's past will follow.
Keith Tullett Chairman of Falmouth Classics Association said "The Association very much appreciates the increased support that the Falmouth Harbour Commissioners (FHC) and Falmouth Haven will bring to the 2021 event. The volunteer team looks forward to recognising FHC's achievement during the event. The expected fleet should ensure a wonderful vista in the harbour recreating Falmouth's past."
Find out more at www.falmouthclassics.org.uk