25th Anniversary of

British Classic Week

27 June - 2 July 2027

The regatta

Welcome to British Classic Week, the premier classic yacht regatta in the UK.

Organised by the British Classic Yacht Club entries are invited from classic yachts built of wood, steel or aluminium to either a pre-1970 design or modern classic yachts built with the appearance of a classic.

The format is five days of IRC-handicap racing organised by the Royal Yacht Squadron including long passage races and fast-paced inshore courses to deliver variety, competition, and fun on the water.

The scene ashore is as lively as it is out on the water. The social programme offers a variety of events, including drinks on the lawn of the Royal Yacht Squadron, dock parties, and a glamorous regatta dinner.

Entry information.

Event programme 2026.

Three sailboats with white and dark sails racing on the water near a shoreline with modern buildings under a partly cloudy sky.

News.

The highest quality fleet is anticipated for the 24th British Classic Week wide variety of yachts expected: from pure classics of all shapes, sizes and ages, to modern classics such as early GRP yachts, to modern classics by Spirit Yachts.

Every yacht in the British Classic Week fleet has its own lengthy and illustrious history. Here are five.