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Ahoy for the annual Rum Race

Come and watch or take part in the fun as competitors battle the January weather this weekend - but there are compensations....

Ahoy for the annual Rum Race
by Kt Bruce
A warming tot for all adult competitors

Everyone is welcome to come and join in the fun and thrills of Rye Harbour Sailing Club’s Annual Rum Race 2018. The race will take place this Sunday, January 21 2018, at Rye Harbour. And for the really brave and adventurous why not take part? Entry fees are: Adults, £10; under 18 years and over 70s, £5. This is an open race with all proceeds going to the RNLI. Be there at 11.30am as HW is at 1:20pm. The Rum Race is being sponsored again this year by Skipper Rum – there will be a tot of rum for all and a bottle of Skipper Rum for the winner (over 18s). Club dinghies are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. The Galley will be open for hot refreshments and snacks. The bar will be open and a hot meal available to buy after the race. For more information about the race please contact Simon Marsh at simon@hi-flight.co.uk or call 07770 756422 after 7pm.

Photos: kt Bruce (main photo) and RHSC

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