Topsail brochure

BARGE MATCHES 2001

These races are, for the crews, the highlight of the sailing season, and provide the sight of up to 20 barges sailing together in friendly but serious competition. The day starts with an early breakfast while the crew discuss the course and tactics.

The start is always very exciting with these large vessels being manoeuvred in close quarters, trying to gain the best position. A camera is vital!

The barges anchor together after the race, with crew and passengers sitting on deck, reliving the near wins and misses. Refreshments are provided on board, and then it's ashore for the prizegiving.

MEDWAY June 16th £85.00
PASSAGE June 23/24th £150.00
PIN MILL June 30th £85.00
BLACKWATER July 14th £85.00
THAMES July 28th £85.00
SWALE August 11th £85.00
SOUTHEND August 25th £85.00
COLNE September 8th £85.00
(All these charters are fully catered)
Topsail Charters 
Cooks Yard
The Hythe
Maldon
Essex. CM9 5HN
Tel: 01621 857567
Fax: 01621 840567
email: info@top-sail.co.uk
http://www.topsail.co.uk

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