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SPIRIT 2021 REGATTA:
EVENT DETAILS

EVENT OVERVIEW:

        A SIX RACE SERIES AMONGST A PROGRAMME
  OF VARIED SOCIAL EVENTS EXCLUSIVELY FOR SPIRIT YACHTS

 WHEN: SATURDAY 14TH AUGUST – SATURDAY 21ST AUGUST 2021

               WHERE: ST. PETER PORT, GUERNSEY

               Hosted by Spirit Yachts & Guernsey Yacht Club LBG.

                      In partnership with

Supported by
                           SAILS

LOCATION

Picturesque Guernsey is situated in the Channel Islands, which are easily accessible from
the UK and Europe. Rich in history, the island offers beautiful sandy beaches, fantastic
fresh food and world-class sailing areas.

Spirit 2021 will be based from Guernsey Yacht Club LBG, which has a wealth of experience in
running exclusive regattas. The yacht club is dramatically situated overlooking the entrance
to St Peter Port, Castle Cornet, the Little Russell channel between Guernsey and Herm and
the islands beyond.

All the Spirits will be berthed together on dedicated pontoons with direct shore access just
an easy stroll to the many bars, shops and restaurants of St Peter Port.

WHERE: GUERNSEY YACHT CLUB LBG

RACING

The Spirit 2021 Regatta racing schedule has been designed to provide a variety of passage,
long inshore, round the cans and windward/leeward courses to suit Spirit yachts of all sizes.

Quality of racing is key and the race committee         The race committee is hoping to include two
aims to be flexible depending on the tides and          passage races (one around Guernsey and one
weather to ensure the best possible course              around Sark) as well as a mixture of short and
setting throughout the week. The programme              long inshore courses in the Little Russell channel.
includes a ‘lay-day’ to give competitors the
opportunity to explore the Channel Islands but          There will be daily morning briefings to provide
also to allow for re-scheduling of races if required.   an explanation of the day’s racing, tides and
                                                        weather, as well as the opportunity for skippers
                                                        and crew to ask any questions.

SOCIAL EVENTS

          The social programme for Spirit 2021 offers a balance of camaraderie with the fleet and
          opportunities to independently explore Guernsey and the surrounding islands.

          Highlights include welcome drinks overlooking the      Havelet Bay. The marquee will also be the venue
          Little Russell channel, rum tasting and an evening     for morning breakfasts and briefings, as well as
          ferry trip across to Herm island for a sunset BBQ. A   mid-week social events.
          spectacular three course dinner and prize-giving
          at the prestigious Old Government House hotel          Thanks to a combination of the support from
          will round off the week in style.                      regatta partner Locate Guernsey and our event
                                                                 sponsors, as well as contribution from Spirit
          The regatta headquarters will be in a marquee          Yachts, the cost of all social events for competitors
          on the outdoor deck of Guernsey Yacht Club             (excluding the regatta prize-giving dinner) is
          LBG, overlooking Little Russell, Castle Cornet and     included in the entry fee. Full entry details to follow.

RUM TASTING                     CASTLE CORNET                    SUNSET ON HERM ISLAND                OLD GOVERNMENT HOUSE

A TASTE OF
GUERNSEY

EXPERIENCE
 GUERNSEY

USEFUL WEBSITES & CONTACTS

THE REGATTA:                                   ACCOMMODATION:
In the new year, we will have a dedicated      www.visitguernsey.com/accommodation
Spirit Yachts’ website page for the regatta.
Details to follow.                             www.citravelgroup.com
                                                 Eva.koehler@citravelgroup.com
Guernsey Yacht Club LBG: www.gyc.org.gg
Guernsey Harbours: www.harbours.gg             www.premierholidays.co.uk
                                                 Groups@premierholidays.co.uk
ABOUT GUERNSEY & HOW TO GET THERE:
                                               Spirit Yachts has secured discounts with certain
www.locateguernsey.com
                                               hotels in the St. Peter Port area; either mention
www.visitguernsey.com
                                               the regatta when making your reservation to
Watch this video to find out more about life   enquire about possible reductions or contact
on Guernsey.                                   helen@spirityachts.com for details.

THANKS

            Thanks must go to the Spirit 2021 Regatta partner Locate Guernsey for supporting the event.
            Locate Guernsey offers advice and information on working and living in Guernsey and will
            provide a valuable service in the lead up to and throughout the regatta for anyone interested
            in on-island activities. For further details visit: www.locateguernsey.com

            Thanks also to our sponsors:                             Torqeedo: Torqeedo is the market leader in
                                                                     electric motors for yachts. Founded in 2005,
            WEST SYSTEM® Brand Products: Spirit Yachts
                                                                     Torqeedo develops and manufactures electric
            has been using WEST SYSTEM epoxy on all its
                                                                     and hybrid drives, including the system onboard
            yachts for many years due to the proven quality,
                                                                     the Spirit 111 sailing superyacht. With a shared
            strength and simple application of the products.
                                                                     sustainability ethos, Spirit Yachts and Torqeedo
            OneSails (GBR) East: OneSails’ performance               work closely together to provide custom solutions
            sails and quality custom covers coupled with the         for Spirit’s sailing yachts, motor yachts and tenders.
            team’s in-depth knowledge of Spirit yachts are
                                                                     Raymarine: Renowned for its easy-to-use, rugged
            the reasons OneSails has been Spirit’s preferred
                                                                     and reliable navigation systems, Raymarine
            sail and cover maker for over twenty years.
                                                                     works closely with Spirit Yachts to advise on the
            Oceanskies: Guernsey-based Oceanskies                    best products for its custom yachts. Raymarine
            specialises in the registration, documentation           systems can be seen on several recently launched
            and crew employment for yachts, aircraft and             Spirit yachts, including the flagship P70 motor
            helicopters. With many years’ experience in the          yacht and 111 superyacht.
            yachting and aviation industries, Oceanskies is
            Spirit Yachts’ trusted supplier for yacht registration
            in various jurisdictions and a range of supporting
            marine and aviation services internationally.

In partnership with                 Supported by
                                                                       SAILS

SUMMARY & NEXT STEPS

In the new year, you will be sent a more detailed
regatta guide, including entry details, fees, notice
of race and the social programme. In the meantime,
it will help us in the planning of the regatta if you
are able to give an early indication of your interest
in attending.

  IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS REGARDING
  THE REGATTA, PLEASE CONTACT:
     sean@spirityachts.com
     helen@spirityachts.com
  Tel: +44 (0)1473 214 715 / +44 (0)7544 701 715
  www.spirityachts.com