On behalf of the Officers, Committee and Regatta Committee can I thank you for your help at the recent Ryde Club Regatta – the first Regatta we have successfully completed since 2019 following two years of loss due to Covid and the abandonment of the 2022 event, due to the conditions after just two events.

Without the help of many of our members and supporters with the tasks required over the regatta weekend and the generous donation of a stunning array of cakes - we would clearly struggle to run such a successful and popular event. I am sure you will be pleased to hear that the Regatta was a great success both on and off the water and that several Clubs commented on how much they enjoyed the Ryde event and how they feel that it is the best Regatta in the Hants & Dorset Calendar.

The Regatta has also been a financial success and some hi-lights are indicated below for your interest.

Again, my thanks for your help and I hope we can rely on you again next year.

Steve Bull,

Regatta Secretary.

REGATTA FACTS:

The Regatta, including late entries, had an entry of 95 crews and scullers – although we lost one race – the J16 Quad Fours due to the receding tide and had to refund four entry fees. Conditions were difficult although always rowable – we did have seven capsizes in the small boat events – all well handled by the safety boats with no issues.

The regatta itself, less Bar & Catering, has made a samall profit.

The Bar take over the weekend of the Regatta was up on last year’s event.

The BBQ, Teas & Coffees, Cakes, Pims, Raffle and Breakfasts on Sunday was also up on last year!