Welcome to the Royal London Yacht Club
The Club is one of the most historic and prestigious Yacht Clubs in Great Britain. The elegant Regency Clubhouse, which has recently been refurbished and upgraded, is situated on The Parade, Cowes, Isle of Wight.
The Club, which is a private Members Club, organises Sailing and Social Events for both Members and Visitors, and provides a high standard of catering.
The Club has gained an enviable reputation for organising top quality Sailing Regattas, including the Charles Stanley Direct Cowes Classic Week, one of the largest regattas that takes place in the Solent each year, the Tempest World Championship in 2016, and the Etchells European and World Championships that took place in September 2016.
Regular sailing and varied social events are organised throughout the year. For Race Entries click on Calendar.
Latest news
ASTO in partnership with RLYC to run 2017 Cowes Small Ships Race
The 2017 Cowes Small Ships Race will take place on Saturday 7th October 2017. This annual event is a popular end to the Sail Training season, with around 25 boats taking part each year. Each of the boats are crewed by young and disabled people, many of whom have never sailed before. While the race is highly competitive, prizes are also awarded for the best dressed crew and the Spirit of the Race. There
Published 4:01pm on 19 Sep 2017
Commodore and Flag Officers Welcome RLYC's Admiral HRH The Princess Royal to the Club
On the Monday of Cowes Week, the Commodore Peter Taylor, was delighted to welcome our Admiral HRH The Princess Royal to the Club for a drinks reception before the Annual Dinner in the presence of seventy Members. It is always very special to have the honour of a visit from our Admiral.
Published 3:52pm on 19 Sep 2017
Upcoming events
| Oct 27 |
Gentlemen's LunchJoin the Gentleman for lunch at RLYC for 2 courses. |
| Oct 27 |
Movie Night |
| Oct 28 |
Sailing Committee MeetingMeeting will start at 1130 |
| Oct 28 |
General Committee Meeting |
| Oct 28 |
Laying Up DinnerWe mark the end |
| Nov 11 |
Cowes Classics Week Committee… |
| Nov 11 |
End of Season "Thank You" Part…Drinks reception for all the volunteers and sponsors who have |
| Nov 11 |
End of Season Supper |
| Nov 12 |
Remembrance Sunday LunchAfter the services at St Mary's and on |
| Nov 17 |
Ladies LunchJoin the Ladies for lunch at RLYC for 2 courses. |