Looe's distinctive Redwing fleet - the class was specifically designed for Looe Bay by the legendary Uffa Fox in 1938 - races across the starting line at one of the twice weekly events held during the summer months

© Neil Richardson Looe Sailing Club's 90th anniversary celebrations
It has always 'boasted' one of the least attractive facades of any sailing club in the world - a dark varnished door opening on to a tiny back-street thoroughfare, with kiss-me-quick holiday souvenirs and food outlets as neighbours.