Please select your home edition
Edition
Pantaenius Sail 2025 ROW Leaderboard

Mersea Week 2025 - Preview

by Chrissie Westgate 11 Mar 21:49 UTC 10-15 August 2025
Two of the Local Handicap cruisers - - Mersea Week 2024 © Chrissie Westgate

Mersea Week in its entirety is organised and run completely by volunteers, and this year, 2025 promises, as always, to be a truly fantastic event.

We are very fortunate to have the continued support of both West Mersea Yacht Club and the Dabchicks Sailing Club, with wonderful waterfront venues here on Mersea Island in Essex from which to organise and host the sailing and social events.

We are eternally grateful for the involvement and generosity of our sponsors, Adnams, Fenn Wright, Dolphin Sails, Oakheart, OneSails, Fiducia, Mersea Homes, LoftZone, Marinestore, Allens & City & Country. Without them, we would simply not be able to plan such an exceptional week.

Last year, we had an entry of nearly 150 boats of every description. With a wide range of competitors of various ages, there was certainly something for everyone. We are hoping for fair weather and, of course, fair winds, but all our races will be adjusted accordingly.

This year, we begin on Saturday 9th August, with an evening reception and welcome party for all competitors. Every evening will feature entertainment, culminating on Friday the 15th with the final prize-giving, fantastic sponsor prizes, a brilliant band, and a barbecue.

If you are still on Mersea Island on Saturday 16th August, you can experience island life at its best, with the Town Regatta taking place. This event concludes with a spectacular firework display - what is there not to like?

There are races for all classes of sailboats:

  • IRC
  • Sonata ODs
  • Local Handicap Cruisers
  • Classic Yachts & Gaffers
  • White Sail Cruisers
  • Dinghies
  • Open Boats
  • Smacks

Come and join us for:

  • Daily and Weekly Prizegiving with Commemorative Glassware and additional Sponsor Prizes
  • Shoreside Activities
  • Accommodation Available on Land
  • Entertainment
  • Great Company

We offer free moorings, a free launch service and a warm welcome to visiting yachting folk. Remember, the best sail of your life awaits you in the beautiful Blackwater!

Online Entries open on the 7th April via merseaweek.org

Related Articles

Art Explora Festival Piraeus stopover programme
The museum boat will sail to Greece for the very first time Featuring headliners Adonis Foniadakis, Lenio Kaklea, Sofia Mavragani, Manolis Pappos, Panos Charalambous and Kyriakos Kalaitzidis & En Chordais. Posted on 15 Sep
Step onboard with Ancasta in Southampton
The Southampton Boat Show opens on Friday Join Ancasta at the Southampton International Boat Show from (19 - 28 September) for an unforgettable experience exploring some of the most exciting yachts on the water today. Posted on 15 Sep
Recycled. Reborn. Ready for Adventure.
Henri-Lloyd transforming marine waste into purpose-built performance Crafted from NetPlus ripstop with midweight Repreve insulation that delivers incredible warm. Built for coastal weather, shifting winds, and the rhythm of the sea. Transforming marine waste into purpose-built performance. Posted on 14 Sep
Breaking Barriers in a Melting Arctic
First British Woman Solos Northwest Passage British sailor Ella Hibber, 28, has arrived in Nome, Alaska, becoming the first British woman to sail solo through the fabled Northwest Passage. Posted on 14 Sep
Boat Buying Basics
Melanie earned her US Coast Guard 100 Ton Master Captain's License before her car license Melanie Sunshine Neale earned her US Coast Guard 100 Ton Master Captain's License before she got her driver's license. She grew up living aboard her family's 47-foot GulfStar sailboat, cruising up and down the East Coast and the Bahamas for 20 years. Posted on 13 Sep
Racing & Events Manager role in Dubai
Dubai Offshore Sailing Club is looking for a Racing & Events Manager Dubai Offshore Sailing Club (DOSC), one of the Middle East's most established and internationally recognised Sailing Clubs, is inviting applications for the role of Racing & Events Manager. Posted on 13 Sep
2026 Cruising Almanac launched
The indispensable companion for sailors cruising Northwest European waters The Cruising Association (CA), in partnership with Imray, is proud to announce the release of the 2026 edition of its renowned Cruising Almanac - the indispensable companion for sailors cruising Northwest European waters. Posted on 13 Sep
Aquila expands into sailing catamarans
Leaning into sailing roots to deliver new sailing catamarans with hybrid propulsion Aquila, the premier manufacturer of power catamarans, has announced its expansion into the sailing catamaran market with the introduction of three new models: the Aquila 44ES, 50ES, and 63ES sailing catamarans. Posted on 13 Sep
The RYA 150 Podcast launched
150 years. 12 Episodes. One remarkable community. As part of its 150th Anniversary celebrations, the Royal Yachting Association (RYA) is launching a brand-new 12-part podcast series with the first episode live on Tuesday 23 September. Posted on 11 Sep
Superyacht Safety Comes Into Focus
As Monitoring Tech Booms The weather is changing, and it's not just a sailor's hunch. Storms are forming faster and are more destructive. Onboard sailing superyachts, captains and crews are facing new challenges in predicting risk, and the message is clear. Posted on 10 Sep
Marine Products Direct 2023 - Calypso FOOTERGJW Direct - Yacht 2019 - FooterOcean Safety 2023 - New Identity - FOOTER