Etchells UK Fleet
The world’s most competitive keelboat raced right here, in the heart of Cowes
The Etchells World Championship returns to Cowes in 2028
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Welcome to the Cowes UK fleet of the International Etchells Class
For more than 50 years our fleet’s heritage is steeped in supporting and participation of a full spectrum of sailors. Corinthian (Category 1), Professional (Category 3) and Youth (18-29) enjoy close racing in the Solent in one of the world’s most exciting one-design fleets.
The appeal and quality of Etchells racing attracts current and recent America’s Cup and Olympic sailors in Cowes as it does internationally. The Etchells Worlds Championship is strongly supported and is widely considered one of the most prestigious yachting events to win. Cowes played host to the Etchells Worlds in 2016 and in 2022 under the ensign of The Royal Yacht Squadron. We invite you to join us along the journey to the 2028 Cowes Worlds. You will enjoy fantastic racing, great competition, camaraderie and hospitality.
Enter Regattas
Our racing programme can be entered from the Racing Programme page on this site.
Get sailing an Etchells
We have a fleet of race ready Etchells to charter and will be pleased to talk to you about chartering.
Join the Class
We have an active and engaged class who welcomes new members and actively supports youth sailors to transition from dinghy to keelboat racing. We would love to hear from you.