2024 Programme of Events
Pre-event, please contact the RORC Race Team, Cowes on +44 (0)1983 295 144
From Monday 12th February, our on-site team will be available in the Antigua Yacht Club Regatta Office between the hours of 1000-1700 local time.
As you prepare for the 2024 RORC Caribbean 600 and RORC Nelson's Cup Series, please add the following dates to your diary:
| Date/Time (local) | Event | Further detail |
|---|---|---|
| Monday 20th April 2024 | Entries Open |
Please enter the boat through the SailRaceHQ entry system. If you would like to register an expression of interest in racing please contact the This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. |
| Monday 22nd January 2024 | Closing Date (C600) |
The date after which a late entry fee is charged. |
| Monday 12th February 2024 | Rating Deadline (IRC & MOCRA) |
The latest date by which a valid Rating or Class Certificate shall be issued to the boat. |
| Monday 12th February 2024 | Closing Date (Nelson's Cup Series) |
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| Monday 12th February 2024 - 1700 | Skippers' Briefing / Welcome Drinks (Nelson's Cup Series) |
AYC |
| Tuesday 13th February 2024 | Race Day One |
Vicinity of Falmouth/English Harbour |
| Wednesday 14th February 2024 | Race Day Two |
Vicinity of Falmouth/English Harbour |
| Friday 16th Febuary 2024 | Antigua 360 Race | Vicinity of Falmouth/English Harbour |
| Friday 16th February 2024 | Yacht arrival deadline (C600 only) | All competing yachts are required to be in attendance in Falmouth/English Harbour by this date. |
| Saturday 17th February - 1800 | Skippers' Briefing | Lucky Eddi's Bar |
| Saturday 17th February - 1830 | Opening Party | Antigua Yacht Club Lawn |
| Monday 19th February - 1050 | First Warning Signal |
The start line is taken from Fort Charlotte and spectators can get a wonderful view of the start from there, or from Shirley Heights. Tuesday 20th - Friday 23rd February the Antigua Yacht Club bar will remain open for all competitors and their supporters. Refreshments will be available for crews as they cross the finish line! |
| Friday 23rd February - 1900 | Prizegiving |
TBC |
