The 47th Swale Smack and Sailing Barge Match will be held on 10th August and is being dedicated to the memory of Lena Reekie, who was match Secretary for forty-six years and who sadly died earlier this year. The first start, from the Sand End Buoy will be for the Classes 4 and 5, at 1030hrs. Remember that gaffers, large and small, classic motor vessels and classic Bermudian craft are all welcome. There’s a class for Dutch barges as well. The skippers’ briefing is on Friday at the Hollowshore yard at 18.30.
If you have any queries, or would like an entry form, please contact the Match Secretary, David Pollock. His email is: pollock@clara.co.uk.
And don’t forget about the Whitstable Match, to be held the week before.For more information see the post in our News page.
Smacks and barges plus other traditional craft, including three classes of gaffers; over 60 entries in 2016.
Course is usually from the Sand End Buoy – out to the Spaniard Buoy, Herne Bay Pier and back.
Prizegiving and supper at Hollowshore after the race.
Photo is of Bird of Dawning – one of the more famous local boats photo by Seamus Masters
Event website: www.kentishsail.org