by Nick
1. February 2012 16:59
If you're looking for something special to do to celebrate the Queen's Diamond Jubilee or would like to add a new dimension to your summer cruise this year then why not sign up for the RYA's Passage to Portland event.
It's a great way to celebrate the Queens Diamond Jubilee and the forthcoming London 2012 sailing events over the Jubilee Bank Holiday weekend (2-5 June), whilst enjoying your summer cruise.
The weekend's celebrations centre on a British Street Party themed event at Portland Castle which follows on from a TV screening of the Thames Jubilee Pageant earlier in the day.
This unique event gives you with an exclusive opportunity to tour the Olympic and Paralympic sailing venue ahead of the Games, get a behind-the-scenes look at the Skandia Sail for Gold regatta and hear all about the British Sailing Teams' preparations for London 2012.
There will also be the opportunity to watch the sailors racing in the regatta with commentary from double Olympic gold medallist, Sarah Ayton.
For sail and motor cruisers
Aimed at sail and motor cruisers, participants will make their own way, by boat, to Portland, where we have pre-booked berths for three nights at Portland Marina. "Places are filling fast, so now really is the time to book if you don't want to miss-out on the opportunity to celebrate the two big events of the year with us", explained Passage to Portland coordinator Celia Edgington.
Passage to Portland isn't just for boaters from neighbouring ports, it's open to everyone. There are already a number of boats coming from the West Country and the East Coast, so why not make the most of the double bank holiday and integrate Passage to Portland into your summer cruise like Andy Beharrell.
For more information about what's on and how you can book your place for the weekend visit the RYA website - Passage to Portland
World Marine Guide have detailed information on the majority of marinas on the UK coast to help you navigate around the British coast
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