Ramsgate Week 19th to 24th July 2026

Ramsgate Week is widely renowned as the 'friendly regatta' and provides a very viable alternative to our friends in Cowes.   

Cruiser Classes - 2026 sees the continued addition of Class 4, a cruiser class designed to support newer style yachts using asymmetric spinnakers and code 0 sails and encourage an increase in cruiser class sailing at this next regatta.  The new class will be in addition to Classes 5,6 & 7.  All yachts sailing in the cruiser classes are expected to hold a YTC rating certificate. Cruiser classes will have a full week series (mon to fri) and a mid week series (wed to fri) with separate trophies for both series.

IRC Classes - 2026 brings another warm welcome to our IRC classes, we plan to run with two IRC classes with the class 1 break point being 1.000 and above.  We run a full week series and a Midweek series from Wednesday to Friday as a separate series within the main Ramsgate Week series.     The IRC MID Week Series runs from Wednesday to Friday.

Classic Yachts - This is a class for all yachts over 24ft length on deck, built of wood or steel before 1975 or in GRP before 1965. A division for Spirit of Tradition yachts may be allocated for boats built after the above dates to designs that reflect the appearance and virtues of classic yachts.  We welcome Classic yachts entries and Class 8 is dedicated to run should there be 2 or more Monday to Friday entrants in 2026.   

After a challenging day's racing between the North and South Forelands you are within a five minute walk from your berth to the Royal Temple Yacht Club where you can relax with fellow competitors whilst enjoying the very best in warm and friendly hospitality all under one roof.  Ramsgate is now so well supported with Restaurants and Bars that you are guaranteed to be able to relax and enjoy your time ashore during the regatta. 

Notice for all entrants:  We (The RTYC) will notify the harbour of your arrival and yacht names as per entry form.  You do not need to notify the harbour of your intended arrival but do need to check in with the marina office as soon as possible following your arrival.