Multiple sailboats with their sails up on the water during the daytime.

British Classics Week 2026

20th - 25th July

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

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

News.

Five consecutive days of champagne sailing – I cannot remember better regatta conditions. The weather, the quality of the racing, and the calibre of the classic and modern classic yachts was outstanding.