The annual gathering of classic and heritage vessels, in the world’s third deepest natural harbour, combines with the Falmouth International Shanty Festival. The event attracts classic cruisers, racers and working boats with Bermudan, gaff and lug rigs, which fill the Falmouth Haven and race and parade in the Carrick Roads and the Bay. Two hundred and twelve vessels entered in 2017 and approximately 60,000 visitors were welcomed in the town for both events. Vessels came from around the UK, Germany and France with one all the way from the USA, via the Antigua Classics.
Vessels entered: 149
Best Place to Watch on Land: Cliff Road and Gyllyngvase Beach (Google Map)
Friday 22nd June
Race 1: First warning signal at 11:30. Start from Carrick Roads.
Race 2: First warning signal at 14:00. Start from Carrick Roads.
Saturday 23rd June
Public on Haven Pontoon 09:00 – 10:30 & 16:00 – 18:00
Rowing and Sculling races 16:30 – 18:00 Greenbank.
Race 3: First warning signal at 11:30. Start from Carrick Roads.
Sunday 24th June
Classics Parade of Sail and Power from 10:30 – 12:00 at Falmouth Harbour / Carrick Roads.
While it is expected that most boats taking part in the Parade of Sail and Power will be sailing boats, with or without secondary power propulsion, owners of power only propelled (steam propelled boats are especially welcome) and rowing craft are encouraged to take part.
Parade of Small Boats (Under 20ft) from 13:30 – 14:30 Falmouth Inner Harbour.
The second parade of the day will include classic boats propelled by oars, sail and engines that are less than 20ft overall in length.
Please note: this is a provisional programme and is subject to change before the event.