Regatta - First Pictures

The sailing events were fought out in almost perfect weather, with the usual accompaniment of a flypast from the RAF.

Yachts are seen here working their way round the newly refurbished perch (at left) which marks a dangerous shoal.

Close encounters are part of the fun.

Rounding one of the marker buoys.

All pictures copyright Stewart Pote - many thanks for allowing The Diary to use them.