Cork Week entry expected to be up by 25% on 2017

A rising tide lifts all boats and the end of the recession will lead to a significant increase in the number of yachts competing in one of the country’s premier sailing events.

Already 60 yachts have signed up for Volvo Cork Week, which will be hosted by the Royal Cork Yacht Club (RCYC) from July 16 to 21. That is well ahead of interest during the past 10 years and organisers expect the total to be close to 125.

RCYC director of racing, Ross Deasy, said there is a significant increase in interest expressed from yacht owners here and abroad.