yacht race

Plymouth prepares to host historic yacht race

The world’s oldest solo transatlantic race makes its return to Britain’s Ocean City this year. From 24 April to 2 May 2016 Plymouth’s waterfront will come alive with events and entertainment for all ages.

Preparations are in full swing in Plymouth as the city gets ready to host one of the most famous and gruelling transatlantic races, The Transat. Setting sail from Plymouth competitors...

Plans unveiled for Route des Princes yacht race

Exciting plans for the major new yacht race, the Route des Princes, have been unveiled at an international press conference in Paris today.

Ten teams have been confirmed for the race which starts in Valencia on 9 June and will reach Plymouth between 26 June and 29 June. A giant 80 feet maxi yacht will be among the ten enormous multi hulls that will stop over in Plymouth.

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