GBR IRC Championships continue into Autumn and beyond
by RORC Rating Office 26 Jun 11:25 BST
19–20 July 2025
Close racing in Dartmouth © Ingrid Abery /
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With the first half of the 2025 GBR IRC Championships successfully complete, attention now turns to the second half of the season, running from July to the end of the year, with events spanning the East Coast, South West, Channel Islands, and inland waters.
Get your entries in now! At some events you can still enjoy an early bird discount.
Prizes for the GBR IRC 2025 Championships are provided by North Sails and North Sails Apparel, and winners can look forward to crew merchandise and generous awards for the winners at each event, including a 50% off voucher for a new jib or spinnaker and a £500 North Sails clothing voucher.
A major highlight is the inaugural IRC Northern Ireland Championship, hosted by the Royal Ulster Yacht Club on 19-20 July. Set in the stunning surroundings of Belfast Lough, this exciting new addition brings top-tier IRC competition to a venue renowned for its sailing conditions and maritime legacy.
The next stop is the IRC East Coast Championship during Ramsgate Week (23-25 July). Known for its maritime heritage and friendly atmosphere, Ramsgate offers competitive East Coast sailing.
From 27-30 August, the IRC South West Championship heads to Dartmouth Sailing Week, promising challenging conditions along Devon's spectacular coastline. An early bird entry discount applies until the end of July.
Sailors then travel to the Channel Islands for the IRC Championship at the Jersey Regatta (13-14 September), a highlight of the season featuring strong fleets and beautiful waters. For an early bird discount, get your entry in by 29 August.
Finally, the IRC Inland Championship will run from November 2025 to March 2026, hosted by the Windermere Cruising Association, extending the IRC season through winter on the stunning waters of the Lake District.
Full details of the 2025 GBR IRC Championships are on the RORC Rating Office website. Stay updated through the individual event websites for entry, latest news and results.