The Port of Dartmouth Royal Regatta

The Port of Dartmouth Royal Regatta The official account for Dartmouth Royal Regatta, celebrating world-class sailing & rowing, with community events & traditions on the stunning River Dart.
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Regatta Community Day: 22 Aug 2026
Opening Ceremony: 26 Aug 2026
Dartmouth Regatta: 27-29 Aug 2026 The Dartmouth Regatta Committee take pride in hosting a beautiful local Regatta, to which all are welcome, every year in the stunning port of Dartmouth. Every year, we host rowing, sailing, a Kon-Tiki raft race, a swimming gala, road races, golf tournaments, fireworks and much more!

Whether you’re visiting for a day or staying for the week, Dartmouth Royal Regatta offers the perfect mix of tradition, ...
16/06/2026

Whether you’re visiting for a day or staying for the week, Dartmouth Royal Regatta offers the perfect mix of tradition, excitement and nautical charm.

Here are our Top 10 reasons to visit Dartmouth Royal Regatta this summer!

1. One of the UK’s oldest and most celebrated regattas, showcasing legacy, pageantry and tradition.
2. Spectacular river and harbour views at every turn.
3. Thrilling sailing, rowing and on-the-water competitions.
4. A packed programme of shoreside, family-friendly entertainment.
5. Live music and a vibrant festival atmosphere.
6. Delicious local food and drink from Devon’s finest producers.
7. Stunning fireworks over the River Dart.
8. Learn about biodiversity, protecting wildlife, our river and coast.
9. A chance to explore Dartmouth’s charming streets, shops and waterfront.
10. Memories you’ll be talking about long after summer ends.

And the best bit? For the most part, regatta is absolutely FREE.

If you keep thinking about coming to your first regatta, hesitate no longer. Join us:

22 August - Regatta Community Day
26 August - Opening Ceremony
27 - 29 August - The 181st Port of Dartmouth Royal Regatta




We would now appreciate the return of our 2025 winners’ trophies in readiness for our forthcoming 181st Port of Dartmout...
16/06/2026

We would now appreciate the return of our 2025 winners’ trophies in readiness for our forthcoming 181st Port of Dartmouth Royal Regatta.

Please ensure that the trophies are engraved with the appropriate inscription and in sparkling condition.

If you are not in possession of these trophies or do not have access to them, please contact Hilary Bastone, Rowing Secretary.

Thank you.




Registration for our Regatta River Parade is now open!Sure to be one of the highlights on Super Saturday, we would like ...
15/06/2026

Registration for our Regatta River Parade is now open!

Sure to be one of the highlights on Super Saturday, we would like to thank Premier Noss on Dart Marina for once again sponsoring this event, making it six years in a row.

Prizes will be awarded for:
· Best Salute
· Best Fancy Dressed Vessel
· Regatta 'Grockle Cup' awarded to a Traditional Classic Craft

This year’s Fancy Dress theme is 'Guardians of the River' - acknowledging the amazing service provided by the RNLI and in particular our local DART RNLI.

All our winners will receive Port of Dartmouth Royal Regatta Winners Mugs for 2026

Entries must be returned by 25th August, 2026. Enquiries should be made to
[email protected]




Entries are open NOW for Dragon Boat Rowing at the 181st Port of Dartmouth Royal Regatta following our successful inaugu...
14/06/2026

Entries are open NOW for Dragon Boat Rowing at the 181st Port of Dartmouth Royal Regatta following our successful inaugural year in 2025, which was a lot of fun.

Entry Forms to be returned by Tuesday, 4th August, 2026, with the appropriate entry fees
and crew names listed, to Hilary Bastone, Rowing Secretary.

https://www.dartmouthregatta.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Dragon-Boat-Racing-Entry-Form.pdf

Good luck, everyone!





We are thrilled to kick off our Regatta LIVE MUSIC announcements with the fantastic news that Bootlegger's Turn will be ...
13/06/2026

We are thrilled to kick off our Regatta LIVE MUSIC announcements with the fantastic news that Bootlegger's Turn will be performing for us on the evening of Tuesday 25th August.

Their infectious stage presence, powerful vocals and dynamic performance promise a high-energy set bursting with feel-good anthems and crowd-pleasing classics that get people singing, dancing, and making memories.

For anyone that saw Bootlegger’s Turn in the rain at last year’s Regatta, you know how this amazing band can read a crowd and keep the good times rolling.

It’s going to be a great one, and remember like most of the Regatta, it’s completely FREE!

Join us to see Bootlegger’s Turn 5pm - 7pm on 25th August in The Royal Avenue Gardens 🎶




Can we just take a moment to appreciate the fabulous location of the River Dart as the remarkable backdrop for our Regat...
12/06/2026

Can we just take a moment to appreciate the fabulous location of the River Dart as the remarkable backdrop for our Regatta ♥️





Entries are open NOW for Seine Boat Rowing at the 181st Port of Dartmouth Royal Regatta.ENTRY FORMS TO BE RETURNED BY WE...
12/06/2026

Entries are open NOW for Seine Boat Rowing at the 181st Port of Dartmouth Royal Regatta.

ENTRY FORMS TO BE RETURNED BY WEDNESDAY 29th JULY 2026 TO HILARY BASTONE, ROWING SECRETARY.

Good luck, everyone!

https://www.dartmouthregatta.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Seine-Entry-Form-2026.pdf





The ‘OneSails Next Generation Class’ is an exciting, new category being introduced in conjunction with OneSails GBR for ...
11/06/2026

The ‘OneSails Next Generation Class’ is an exciting, new category being introduced in conjunction with OneSails GBR for the 181st Port of Dartmouth Royal Regatta Sailing Week - created to encourage more young adults into competitive sailing after data from the Royal Yachting Association highlighted a decline in participation among 18–29 year olds.

Any racing yacht entered in the Sailing Regatta that has at least one crew member aged 18–29 is automatically eligible for the Next Generation Class, rewarding teams that actively include younger sailors and also helping create a pathway for them into competitive yacht racing.





Dartmouth Royal Regatta Sailing Week

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The Royal Avenue Gardens, The River Dart And Off-Shore, Coronation Park
Dartmouth
TQ69RY

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