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Crew Space on Elan 450 – Emily of Cowes for Round the Island Race 2026

Cost

£820.00

Event dates

11th Jul 2026 - 11th Jul 2026

What's included

The price includes; a professional skipper and mate and all boat and race costs.
The price does not include flights and transfers, personal insurance, onshore accommodation or meals ashore.

What to expect

This opportunity allows crew to be fully involved in the racing for the Round the Island race. Your owner/skipper, Richard, is local to the area and has expert knowledge of this tactically challenging racing area in The Solent and coastal waters off the Isle of Wight. Emily of Cowes is based in Cowes and this campaign will be based in Cowes on the Isle of Wight.

Itinerary

Friday 10th July – Training Day
Saturday 11th July – Race Day

Crew information

Richard is one of the most experienced skippers you’ll have the pleasure of meeting, having sailed throughout his life around the Mediterranean and the Caribbean. Richard, who has crossed the Atlantic 20 times, owned several yachts before Emily of Cowes including the beautiful schooner, Coral of Cowes and the legendary ketch Emily Morgan.

Testimonial from Rolex Fastnet charterer – “Richard was calm, patient, a great tutor and tactically astute”.

Prerequisite experience

This opportunity is open to sailors with a range of sailing experience. The skipper has experience in bringing together a crew of mixed experience to make sure everyone is actively involved in racing the yacht.

Where

Cowes, UK

Accommodation

Crew will need to find accommodation ashore in Cowes.

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