Calves Week highlight as south coast takes centre stage

When it comes to boats and sailing, West Cork is a mecca of sorts depending on outlook and interests.

But add in some real Irish summer weather and it’s up with the best of the Mediterranean and similar destinations.

Add in 400 odd boats in the Rolex Fastnet Race plus another 60 or so in the annual Gas Calves Week – not forgetting the hundreds of small craft likes RIBs and angling boats – and the south coast is the centre of the world of sail.