The biennial Rolex Fastnet Race is considered one of the world’s classic ocean races, the 608-mile course a test for skippers and crews with its tricky tidal currents and changeable weather conditions. The race organised by the Royal Ocean Racing Club, with the Royal Yacht Squadron and the Royal Western Yacht Club starts on Sunday 11th August, off Cowes, Isle of Wight.
With over 200 yachts taking part, yacht racers head west down the Solent and out through the Needles, past the major south coast headlands, Anvil Point, Portland Bill, Start Point, and Lands End rounding the famous rock and the Scilly Isles before finishing at Plymouth.
Since it began in 1925, the Rolex Fastnet Race has grown to become one of ocean racings greatest events and along with the Rolex Sydney to Hobart and the Rolex Middle Sea Race is one of the top three offshore races in the world.
Individual crew opportunities
All our individual Fastnet packages include the following:
- 1 x Training weekend
- 3 x RORC qualifying races
- Race entry and mooring fees
- Professional skipper and 1st mate
- Accommodation onboard
- All food and drink whilst offshore
- ISAF Offshore Safety Course
- RYA Sea Survival Course
- Branded crew clothing
- All safety equipment and use of wet weather gear if required
Itinerary
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APRIL/MAY
Training Weekend
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TBC
RORC Race 1 (Dates TBC by RORC)
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TBC
RORC Race 2 (Dates TBC by RORC)
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TBC
RORC Race 3 (Dates TBC by RORC)
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11-15 August
Rolex Fasnet Race
Pricing
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Fastnet 2013 Individual Place Onboard Beneteau First 40 | £3100 |
Please note: all prices are ex. VAT.
Wholeboat charters are for 8 guests + 2 professional crew and include the same elements as the individual place packages.
Bespoke packages can be created. Please contact us to discuss your specific requirements.
