Fowey & St Mawes | 29 May to 1 June

Join us for the 19th annual Pilot Cutter Review. A classic sailing event featuring traditional pilot cutter racing, passage sailing, and shoreside gatherings.

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Event Overview: Fowey to St Mawes

This long-running celebration of traditional pilot cutters brings together sailors, vessels, and supporters from across the UK. It includes a passage race from Fowey to St Mawes, harbour racing in Carrick Roads, and social events at key local venues.

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Programme Schedule: Dates and Key Times

Thursday 29 May – Arrival and Briefing in Fowey
19:30 – Pilot cutters gather on the pontoon beside Prime Cellars, courtesy of Fowey Harbour Commissioners.
Evening briefing and welcome at Gallants Sailing Club.

Please order supper by Monday 26 May
Menu Here

Send your choices to:
denaros@foweygallantssc.co.uk

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Friday 30 May – Passage Race to St Mawes
10:00 – Departure from Fowey (subject to shipping movements).
St Mawes Pier and Harbour Company are allowing free anchoring in the bay.
18:30 – Race briefing at Bohella Bar. Food will be available.
Harbour Lights switched on Friday evening in celebration of the cutters’ arrival.

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Saturday 31 May – Harbour and Carrick Roads Races
Two races are planned in the waters off St Mawes.
Evening gathering at Ruan Pontoon, with berthing facilitated by Truro Harbour Commissioners.
Berthing fees are the responsibility of each cutter. No over-rafting allowed.

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Sunday 1 June – Final Racing & Prize Ceremony
One or two additional races, depending on Saturday’s results.
18:30 – Prize Giving at St Mawes Sailing Club Bar.
Followed by a free buffet for all participating sailors, supported by our sponsors.

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Traditional Cutters Expected to Attend

Please note this list includes confirmed and rumoured attendees. If you’re planning to attend and are not listed, let us know.

• Eve of St Mawes
  
• Tallulah
  
• Mischief
  
• Eran Mor
  
• Jan Rolan
  
• Marguerite
  
• Poly Agatha
  
• Alice Wragg (rumoured)
  
• Alpha (rumoured)
  
• Marian (rumoured)
  

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Crew Call: Experienced Pilot Cutter Sailors

Some cutter owners are looking for extra crew for racing in St Mawes.

This call is only for those with relevant pilot cutter sailing experience. If you’ve never sailed one, or cannot arrange travel to Fowey or St Mawes, please do not apply.

Required in the form:

• Full name and email
  
• Summary of cutter experience (please name vessels)
  
• When you last sailed a pilot cutter
  

Experienced Crew Sign-Up Form – Link Here

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Thank You to Our Sponsors

This event is made possible by our generous sponsors.

H Tiddy Estate Agents
Trusted property experts based in St Mawes and the Roseland.

Keynvor Morlift Ltd
UK-wide marine contractors offering offshore and coastal support.

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Event Downloads

The following documents are available for download to help you prepare:

• Download: Fowey Gallants Supper Menu
• Download: Notice of Race & Sailing Instructions – v2
• Download: OGA Handicap Information
• Download: Race Entry Form
• Download: Annex A – Race Marks List
• Download: Start Area Chart – St Mawes