70 boats expected for Champagne Charlie Regatta at Royal Southern Yacht Club
by Louay Habib 7 Jun 2021 15:37 BST
12-13 June 2021
An impressive fleet of about seventy boats is expected to enjoy a weekend of racing and superb shoreside entertainment at the Royal Southern Yacht Club.
The Champagne Charlie June Regatta (12-13 June) is supported by Charles Heidsieck Champagne and North Sails. This will be the second regatta of the Royal Southern YC Summer Series featuring two racecourses in the Solent for eight classes. The SB20 Class will be competing for the Southern Area Championships.
The Royal Southern's prestigious clubhouse on the Hamble River will be buzzing with activity, including the expansive Quarter Deck and Marquee, which will be used for social activities adhering to UK Government Coronavirus restrictions.
Black Group will feature three IRC Classes, plus HP30, Performance 40 and Club Class (VPRS Handicap). Over 40 yachts are expected for Black Group, racing on a mixture of tight Solent legs and coastal courses.
Over 30 boats are expected to be racing in White Group. Ten short sharp windward leeward races are scheduled for the SB20s and the J/70 Sprint Series. The XOD Class is proving very popular for the Royal Southern Summer Series, with the classic wooden one-designs scheduled for up to six races.
Charles Heidsieck will be generously providing champagne prizes for the regatta. North Sails will be providing prizes as well as regatta support. The Champagne Charlie June Regatta is an open event for members and non-members alike, with racing activities following RYA Guidelines.
For more information, visit www.royal-southern.co.uk.