Now in its 138th year the Bursledon Regatta has it's origins in the friendly rivalry that existed between fishermen, yachtsman and watermen of the River Hamble, who organised races amonst themselves during the last century. The annual event gained estinguished Regatta status with the title SWANWICK, BURSLEDON and WARSASH REGATTA organised by representatives from the three famous waterside villages.
Until recent years both sailing and pulling races started and finished in Busledon Pool, but due to increases of moorings and traffic on the Hamble River the sailing races for larger craft are now organised from a committee boat in Southampton Water with courses laid in the Solent. Classes for sailing Dinghies, however still start and finish at Bursledon.
The Regatta is organised and run by a comittee of local people still reprensenting the three villages - and relies on funds from the generous support given by well-wishers to finance the not inconsiderable expenses involved.
The unique atmosphere of the Bursledon Regatta has been gently nurtured over the years and we hope you enjoy the experience and will help us perpetuate one of the few traditional village Regattas remaining.
The 2007 Regatta took place on Saturday 1st September and Sunday 2nd Sunday. We took a look East and had great fun with a Chinese theme. We brought the ying and yang to Burlsedon Pool and transformed it into a scene from the Yangze River.
The 2008 Regatta takes place on Saturday 23rd August and Sunday 24th August. This year we look to unravel the mysteries of King Arthur and the great Wizard Merlin.
All the usual fun with Canoe races, rowing and swimming races, Fancy Dress, Tea Tent, Bar, Barbecue, Whisky raffle, Tombola and a spectacular on-the-water jousting demonstration to mention but a few!
Sunday Yacht Racing
The yacht races will take place on Sunday morning, with a prize giving and barbecue in the late afternoon. This will enable the Race officer to set more ambitious courses.
Gig Racing
Now with an established fleet of over 11 Gig boats, the Bursledon regatta hopes to provide an exciting finale race to the series of races that have run this season. To join a crew or to get your own Gig contact Jim Chadwick-Williams