The social events at Cowes Classics Week are an integral part of the week, much enjoyed by competitors, who are able to spend quality time in the company of like-minded sailors and classic boat enthusiasts. The full programe can be found further down this page.
Covid
The Royal London Yacht Club welcomes all competitors and regatta guests to Cowes Classics Week 2021. We want you all to have a great week of sailing, but in light of the ongoing Covid restrictions, please read this guidance and share it with your crew and anyone else in your party.
- The RLYC Clubhouse has a limited capacity and the Club reserves the right to refuse entry to the premises if it is considered that capacity has been reached.
- The Club reserves the right to cancel or amend either the sailing or social programme at short notice.
- Do not enter the Clubhouse if you have a temperature or are feeling unwell.
- Please use hand sanitizer when you enter the Clubhouse.
- Scan your QR code with the NHS COVID-19 app at the front door or provide your name and contact details.
- Comply with any reasonable requests of Security, Flag Officers or members of the CCW Committee.
- Wear face coverings in the Clubhouse and only remove them when seated.
- Socialise in groups of no more than six in the Clubhouse or groups of thirty when outside.
- Observe the one way system in the hallway and stairs. Please climb the stairs on the port side and use the starboard side coming down, all whilst maintaining social distancing.
- Loos and the showers have a ”one in one out” system.
- No vertical drinking is allowed and no standing at the Bar either in the Drawing room or the London room. Find a table of no more than six. Each table is equipped with a pager. Press the button to call the Steward.
- The Regatta Office operates a “one way system”. Please use it.
- For specific events in the Clubhouse separate guidance may be issued.
- Above all, please be respectful of staff, other competitors and bear with us. We are doing our level best, but need your help and co-operation in order to run a successful and Covid compliant regatta.
Tea & Cake
Competitors can again enjoy MDL Marinas Tea & Cakes after racing on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. These refreshments are served at the Royal London, when the bar is also open.
Free Prize Giving Receptions
Regatta entries include a number of tickets to the following receptions (competitors are issued with wrist bands which are effectively your entry ticket to these events). We are deeply indebted to our sponsors who make it possible for us to lay on these free receptions including the MDL Marinas Tea & Cakes.
Early booking discount, Refunds and Exchanges
A discount of 10% will be available on all social events booked before midnight on Friday 2 July 2021, so it makes sense to arrange your aprés racing well in advance, especially as most events have a strictly enforced maximum capacity and are regularly sold-out.
After midnight on Friday 2 July 2021, the social ticket sales and enquiries will move offline from the website to the RLYC office, but there will be only limited availability to book events during the regatta.
Please note that we shall not directly make refunds on social tickets purchased but no longer required, but will set up an exchange system for competitors during the regatta.
Please note that online booking will not work when using a mobile devicesuch as a smart phone. There is a system upgrade due before the 2022 regatta which will fix this shortcoming, but for now please use your desktop/laptop PC or Apple Mac.
Dress Code
We have indicated the appropriate dress code for the various events listed below with the following interpretations;
- Reefer - Jacket and tie for gentlemen; appropriate formal wear for ladies.
- Smart casual - Tailored trousers and shirts (no shorts, jeans or T-shirts).
- Open - Courteous open choice which includes dry sailing rig (but no wet clothing please).
Social & Event Programme Overview for 2021
Due to ongoing Covid restrictions there are some changes to the planned social events.
We shall endeavour to ensure that the following Social Programme Overview reflects the current position.
Read about the latest situation in the July Mk 1 Newsletter here
Saturday 3 July 2021 |  | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| What | Where | When | Price | Dress |
| Event Registration | RLYC | 10:00 to 17:00 | Free | Open |
Sunday 4 July 2021 | | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| What | Where | When | Price | Dress |
| Event Registration | RLYC | 10:00 to 17:00 | Free | Open |
| Skippers & Safety Briefing Classic Yachts, Spirit of Tradition & Old Gaffers Classes |
ONLINE DOWNLOAD ONLY FOR 2021 - Will be published in Event Documents when available | |||
| Skippers & Safety Briefing Classic Dayboat Classes and Metre Boats |
ONLINE DOWNLOAD ONLY FOR 2021 - Will be published in Event Documents when available | |||
| Club Dinner HMS Spirits complimentary Gin & Tonic served at the table when seated for the Club dinner from 19.15 Enjoy an informal dinner with Lamb Tagine and live background music at RLYC.  |
RLYC | 20:00 | £30 if booked early | Smart casual |
Monday 5 July 2021 - RACE DAY | | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| What | Where | When | Price | Dress |
| Event Registration | RLYC | 08:00 to 10:00 | Free | Open |
| Warning Signal Race 1 Classic Yachts, Spirit of Tradition & Old Gaffer Classes |
RLYC Shoreline | From 11:00 | Entry | n/a |
| First Warning Signal Race Day 1 Classic Dayboat and Metre Classes |
Committee Boats | From 11:00 | Entry | n/a |
| MDL Marinas Tea & Cakes | RLYC | After racing | Entry | Open |
| NEW Light Fish Supper with a Glass of Wine at RLYC As an alternative to the Hog Roast at CCYC there is a two-course supper with coffee to follow held at RLYC. Ticket price includes a glass of wine to go with the Pan-Fried Cod. |
RLYC | 20:00 | £25 if booked early | Smart casual |
| Hog Roast with welcome drink at Cowes Corinthian Likely to sell out fast so book early. |
Cowes Corinthian YC | 20:00 | £22 if booked early | Open |
Tuesday 6 July 2021 - RACE DAY & CLASSICS DAY | | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| What | Where | When | Price | Dress |
| Warning Signal Race 2 Classic Yachts, Spirit of Tradition & Old Gaffer Classes |
RLYC Shoreline | From 10:30 | Entry | n/a |
| First Warning Signal Race Day 2 Classic Dayboats & Metre Classes |
Committee Boats | From 10:30 | Entry | n/a |
| Classics Day Powerboats Classic powerboats on display afloat and exhibits from the Cowes Classic Boat Museum will be displayed on the Parade |
London & Trinity Landings | From 11:00 until 18:00 | Free to view | n/a |
| Classics Day Cars Classic cars on display outside of the Royal London Yacht Club |
The Parade, Cowes | From 11:00 until 18:00 | Free to view | n/a |
| MDL Marinas Tea & Cakes | RLYC | After Racing | Entry | Open |
| Drinks Reception and Day Prize Giving Held at the Pavillion, Royal Yacht Squadron - See Local Notices and Newsletter – arrangements changed |
RYS | 18:30 | Entry | Smart Casual |
| Regatta Dinner supported by Robert Oatley Wines Ticket price includes half a bottle of glorious wine from our sponsor. |
London Room, RLYC | 19:30 for 20:00 | £45 if booked early | Reefer/Jacket & Tie |
| Alternative RLYC Supper Spanish Paella supper including welcome drink at RLYC. |
RLYC | 19:00 for 19:30 | £25 if booked early | Smart Casual |
Wednesday 7 July 2021 - RACE DAY | | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| What | Where | When | Price | Dress |
| Warning Signal Race 3 Classic Yachts, Spirit of Tradition & Old Gaffer Classes |
RLYC Shoreline | From 10:30 | Entry | n/a |
| First Warning Signal Race Day 3 Classic Dayboats & Metre Classes |
Committee Boats | 10:30 | Entry | n/a |
| MDL Marinas Tea & Cakes | RLYC | After Racing | Open | |
| Kendalls Fine Art Gallery Drinks Reception. There are limited numbers at this popular event so you need to reserve your free tickets. See Local Notices and Newsletter – arrangements changed |
Kendall's Fine Art Gallery | 18:30 | Entry | Smart Casual |
| Island Sailing Club Double Decker Supper Rooftop Marquee Hot Mexican Buffet. |
Island Sailing Club | 20:00 | £26.30 | Smart Casual |
| Island Sailing Club Double Decker Supper ISC Dining Room Carvery. |
£21.30 | |||
Thursday 8 July 2021 - RACE DAY | | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| What | Where | When | Price | Dress |
| Warning Signal Race 4 Classic Yachts, Spirit of Tradition & Old Gaffer Classes |
RLYC Shoreline | From 10:30 | Entry | n/a |
| First Warning Signal Race Day 4 Classic Dayboats & Metre Classes |
Committee Boats | From 10:30 | Entry | n/a |
| MDL Marinas Tea & Cakes | RLYC | After Racing | Entry | Open |
| Day Prize giving for first four days from Shannon Class Lifeboat on Trinity Landing followed by drinks reception See Local Notices and Newsletter – arrangements changed |
Trinity Landing | 18:30 | Entry | Smart casual |
| Italian Buffet Supper At the excellent Pontoon View. |
Cowes Yacht Haven | 19:30 for 20:00 | £25.00 if booked early | Smart casual |
Friday 9 July 2021 - RLYC RACE DAY | | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| What | Where | When | Price | Dress |
| Warning Signal Race 5 Classic Yachts, Spirit of Tradition & Old Gaffer Classes |
RLYC Shoreline | From 10:30 | Entry | n/a |
| First Warning Signal Race Day 5 Classic Dayboats & Metre Classes |
Committee Boats | From 10:30 | Entry | n/a |
| Regatta Prize Giving With drinks and High Tea. Due to Covid restrictions the High Tea may be over two sittings – please see Local Notices |
RLYC | After Racing | Entry | Open |
