Fastnet Rock race enthusiasts will be spoilt for choice in 2021, Covid-19 allowing, with the announcement by the Royal Western YC that the Plymouth Lonely Rock Race will start on 4 July 2021
Lonely Rock Race shortens course to avoid Storm Ellen
The Lonely Rock Race opening event had to shorten course to avoid Storm Ellen.
Lonely Rock Race competitors ready for the challenge
The Royal Western Yacht Club’s Lonely Rock Race is due to start on Sunday 16 August 2020
Lonely Rock Race replaces Fastnet Race in 2020
The Royal Western Yacht Club in Plymouth has announced that it will run its own race around the Fastnet Rock, following the traditional course, starting on 16 August 2020