ARNSIDE Classic Boat Regatta took place last weekend attracting eight traditional boats.
Arnside has a long sailing history dating back to 1852 and the Victorians holding regattas.
A key feature of the regatta was the arrival of Hearts of Oak, a 34 long Morecambe Bay Prawner built in Ulverston in 1912 which made the difficult voyage up the Bay from Roa Island, near Barrow.
Alasdair Simpson from Arnside Sailing Club said “It was lovely to see many traditional boats out on the water and people watching from the Promenade.”
The regatta was organised by Arnside Sailing Club. The club were finalists for Sailing Club of the Year in both 2019 and 2022 having trebled its membership in the last five years.
During the summer holidays, the club is offering sailing, paddleboarding and kayak lessons for children, families and adults.
The clubhouse in the Old Customs House overlooking the Promenade is used as a community music venue.
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