Suffolk Yacht Harbour Classic Regatta: 20th - 22nd June 2025
The annual SYH Classic Regatta is now firmly established in the UK classic yachting calendar as the largest event of its kind on the east coast. Popular with local classic yachts, the regatta also attracts owners and crew from all over the UK looking to start their racing season ahead of the south coast sailing events.
The east coast’s leading racing weekend for classic sail and motor yachts is an annual event held at Suffolk Yacht Harbour (SYH) and hosted by Haven Ports Yacht Club. Located on the River Orwell, SYH has 550 berths, swinging moorings and workshops designed specifically for classic yacht maintenance and restoration. Additional services onsite at SYH include a chandlery, sailmaker and rigging specialists.
Founded in 2002, the regatta welcomes everyone from keen racers to social sailors to compete in the fast, slow and Stella classes. There is also a cruising class for classic motor yachts. On-the-water action is complemented by camaraderie ashore, including a regatta party and live music.
The regatta has evolved into a three-day event comprising an optional early evening race (not part of the overall series) on the Friday, followed by a three-race series over Saturday and Sunday.
IRC points racing for fast, slow and Stella classes takes place in Dovercourt Bay, Harwich Harbour, and the Orwell and Stour estuaries.
Entry criteria requires sailing and motor yachts to be pre-1970 design of traditional construction. Sailing yachts should have a Bermuda or gaff rig and be built of wood or steel. Modern classic yachts with wooden or steel hulls are also welcome.
Zone East