Cork Week's underway, but already its western neighbours are looking ahead to further down the schedule to Calves Week, with already
Schull Harbour Sailing Club has launched its programme of events for the 2010 Calves Week Regatta. Calves Week 2010 will run from Friday 30th July to Sunday August 8th, and comprises of ten races, including the Cape Clear regatta fun event.
Entrants are advised to sign up on-line at www.shsc.ie, as there is a maximum capacity of 100 boats. The event's Facebook page is HERE.
Calves Week is one of Ireland’s best loved sailing and festival weeks, matching competitive racing with a convivial atmosphere, all set against the backdrop of West Cork’s stunning scenery and iconic Fastnet lighthouse. Every year it attracts entrants from around the country, and a few from overseas, with Dublin and Cork clubs being well represented.
The first race is a feeder event, with boats racing overnight from Crosshaven and Kinsale to Schull. Racing begins in earnest with the Schull to Baltimore race on Sunday, continuing with races every day, culminating in the Schull Regatta on Sunday 8th August. Calves week offers the participants a wonderful opportunity of enjoying the magnificent coastal scenery, competitive racing and lots of fun and craic at the onshore events.