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Gipsy Moth IV at Skandia Cowes Week 2005 - 30 July '05
Sir Francis Chichester’s famous vessel, Gipsy Moth IV, has its sailing debut at Skandia Cowes Week after nearly 40 years in dry-dock. United Kingdom Sailing Academy based in Cowes, which now owns the yacht, is showcasing it at a number of events during the regatta.
With Dame Ellen MacArthur and Giles Chichester, Sir Francis’s son, on board, Gipsy Moth IV will sail into Cowes on Friday 29th July to officially open Skandia Cowes Week. From Saturday 30th July, the public will have their first chance to step aboard Gipsy Moth IV since it left Greenwich - Public viewing will take place between 0830 – 1030 hrs and 1530 – 1800 hrs each day - plus visit the Gipsy Moth IV Exhibition Unit in Cowes Yacht Haven to discover more about the history and future of this unique vessel.
On Sunday 31st July His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh will view the yacht at the UK Sailing Academy and meet some of the team who worked on the restoration project. Gipsy Moth IV will also be blessed by Reverend Emblin of St Mary’s Church, Cowes followed by a celebratory party for supporters and sponsors of the project.
Events take a less formal turn on Monday 1st August when the Gipsy Moth IV Team host, what they think will be ‘the party’ of Skandia Cowes Week. Supported by Mount Gay Rum, over 700 people will party the night away. The view from the balcony will be a ‘sea’ of red caps as compulsory head gear is a Mount Gay Red Cap – with a prize for the best customised cap on the night.
Red Funnel Ferries is donating 10p from each return ticket sold during Skandia Cowes Week. A cheque for the money raised will presented to David Green, Global Project Manager at 1500 hrs on Friday 5th August at the Gipsy Moth IV Mobile Exhibition Unit in Cowes Yacht Haven.
All donations go towards the ongoing fundraising to finance Gipsy Moth’s ‘lap of honour’ around the world, taking over 80 young people on an adventure of a lifetime.
To make a donation or find out more, please visit the Gipsy Moth IV stand during Skandia Cowes Week or go to the website - www.gipsymoth.org
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Anna Symcox
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United Kingdom Sailing Academy
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United Kingdom Sailing Academy
UKSA is recognised as the world's leading Sailing Academy. It is a registered charity and non - profit making organisation supported by the Lister Trust. Based in West Cowes on the Isle of Wight it has superb, modern facilities with residential accommodation and operates a fleet of over 300 craft. UKSA provide a wide range of courses aimed at adults, young people and the disabled. Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal is Patron to the Academy and Ellen MacArthur is their Ambassador.
Yachting Monthly
Gipsy Moth IV's second world voyage celebrates the 100th birthday of leading marine publication Yachting Monthly magazine and the 40th anniversary of Sir Francis' celebrated single-handed voyage.
Isle of Wight
The Isle of Wight Economic Partnership is the economic development agency for the Isle of Wight. Their unique position allows them to bridge the gap between the public and private sectors and ensure a coordinated approach in improving the Island's economy.
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