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Summer Regatta 2024 at Snettisham Beach Sailing Club - Preview

by Kev O'Brien 25 Jul 22:26 NZST 24-26 Aug 2024
Snettisham Beach SC clubhouse © SBSC

The picturesque coastal venue of Snettisham Beach Sailing Club located on the North Norfolk coastline is holding their popular Summer Regatta over the August Bank Holiday weekend 24-26 Aug 2024.

Snettisham Beach SC is a tidal venue offering a superb sailing location. Race starts on day 1 at 9am, Day 2 9.30am and Day 3 10.00am

There will be six races planned over the three days, with three fleets for each race.

Fleet 1 is for single-handed monohulls Portsmouth Yardstick (PY) 964 to 1213, Fleet 2 is for mixed monohulls two or three sails, Fast Fleet is for any boat PY < 965. Dependant on the number of boats in individual classes they will have their own fleet.

Snettisham Beach SC sunset - photo © SBSC
Snettisham Beach SC sunset - photo © SBSC

The clubhouse has the most amazing view overlooking the Wash, with spectacular sunsets. Camping is allowed for tents and small camper vans, unfortunately no caravans allowed. Saturday evening the clubhouse will be providing food at £10 per person accompanied by a well stocked bar. There are plenty of options for eating out in the local area for Friday and Sunday evening.

Entry for visitors are Double-handed boats £30 and Single-handers £15.

For more information, NoR and entry form see www.snetbeach.co.uk/page/regatta24

So why not unwind over the late August Bank Holiday and enjoy the amazing views, the fantastic club environment and take part in sailing's best kept secret that is Snettisham Beach Sailing Club.

Snettisham Beach SC racing - photo © SBSC
Snettisham Beach SC racing - photo © SBSC

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