Dinghy Racing

Lasers, toppers, RS dinghies are all regularly raced in the dinghy races, which are handicapped to provide an even playing field. Enjoy the magnificent setting of the estuary itself, river or Wembury Bay and a flexible programme which includes two series in Spring and Autumn. The annual RNLI Passage Race provides the opportunity to join our other classes, yachts and dayboats racing from Plymouth to the River Yealm.

2026 Yealm Regatta Dinghy Race – Fri 31st July 5.30pm & Optimist Race Sat 18th July 10.30am

The Yealm Regatta Dinghy Race is on Friday 31st July, at 5.30pm. The yacht club will be open for food and drinks, so do come along to participate, or watch and support, and enjoy yourselves at this popular annual event!

There are trophies for Topper, Laser, Fast Handicap and Slow Handicap, so there is something for everyone. Please click on the online entry form is below. No participation is permitted without a completed form. Entry costs £2 for adults, £1 for children. Bring cash on the day, or pay via the Yealm Regatta website.

  • 2026 Yealm Regatta Dinghy Race Entry Form HERE (opens in new browser tab)

We will run a separate Yealm Regatta Optimist race on Saturday 18th July at 10.30am. Please complete the entry form below if your child wishes to enter, and bring £1 cash entry fee or pay via the Yealm Regatta website. If you are a YYC member and wish to book a club Oppie for the event then please contact Alex Graham or Keith Phillips.

  • 2026 Yealm Regatta Optimist Race Entry Form HERE (opens in new browser tab)

Documentation

How it works

Race events are managed by the Race Officer and he or she is responsible for setting the course, which are timed to coincide with high water. Races are usually started at either the club slipway or on the water by the Mouthstone. In either case, the race course will be posted outside the race hut which is located on the club slipway.

Dinghy Storage

Limited boat spaces for YYC Members (adults & cadets) are available at both the Club Slip and the Patch. Both are allocated at the beginning of the season and applications should be made via the online Dinghy Storage Application Form HERE – please sign into the membership system when prompted and then follow the green “Register” link.