2023 Programme of Events
Pre-event, please contact the RORC Race Team, Cowes on +44 (0)1983 295 144
From Monday 13th 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 2023 RORC Caribbean 600 and RORC Nelson's Cup Series, please add the following dates to your diary:
| Date/Time (local) | Event | Further detail |
|---|---|---|
| Monday 25th April 2022 | Entries Open |
Please enter the boat through the Sailgate 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 23rd January 2023 | Closing Date (C600) |
The date after which a late entry fee is charged. |
| Monday 13th February 2023 | Rating Deadline (IRC & MOCRA) |
The latest date by which a valid Rating or Class Certificate shall be issued to the boat. |
| Monday 13th February 2023 | Closing Date (Nelson's Cup Series) |
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| Monday 13th February 2023 - 1700 | Skippers' Briefing / Welcome Drinks (Nelson's Cup Series) |
AYC |
| Tuesday 14th February 2023 | Race Day One |
Vicinity of Falmouth/English Harbour |
| Wednesday 15th February 2023 | Race Day Two |
Vicinity of Falmouth/English Harbour |
| Friday 17th Febuary 2023 | Caribbean 360 Race | Vicinity of Falmouth/English Harbour |
| Friday 17th February 2023 | Rating Deadline (CSA) |
The latest date by which CSA Ratings shall be issued to the boat. |
| Friday 17th February 2023 | Yacht arrival deadline (C600 only) | All competing yachts are required to be in attendance in Falmouth/English Harbour by this date. |
| Saturday 18th February - 1800 | Skippers' Briefing | Location TBC |
| Saturday 18th February - 1830 | Opening Party | Location TBC |
| Monday 20th 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 21st - Friday 24th 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 24th February - 1900 | Prizegiving |
Antigua Yacht Club |
