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Volvo Continue Their Support for a Different VDLR2021

Volvo Continue Their Support for a ...

The combined waterfront clubs are delighted to...

Dun Laoghaire, Co Dublin, 11 July 2019: Jamie McWilliam's Signal Eight from Hong Kong sails past James Joyce's Tower on the opening day of the Volvo Dun Laoghaire Regatta that has attracted a record 500+ boat entry this year (details below) Photograph: David Branigan/Oceansport The 8th Volvo Dun Laoghaire Regatta got underway today, Thursday 11th July. The biennial four-day series is IrelandÕs biggest sailing event as the four waterfront yacht clubs have come together for this sailing extravaganza; Dun Laoghaire Motor Yacht Club, National Yacht Club, Royal Irish Yacht Club and Royal St. George Yacht Club. Over 2,500 sailors have descended on the waterfront as 500 boats across 34 classes compete out on Dublin Bay. The Volvo Dun Laoghaire Regatta takes place until Sunday 14th July. For more information see www.dlregatta.org.

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David Branigan was on the water and around the...

Dun Laoghaire, Co Dublin, 14 July 2019: Main trophy winners at the Volvo Dun Laoghaire Regatta where a record entry of more than 500 boats took part in the four-day series. Photograph: David Branigan/Oceansport

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#VDLR2021

The Regatta that prides itself in delivering quality racing along with a wonderful festive atmosphere across the Dún Laoghaire Waterfront.

Featured Stories

  • Further Sponsors Commit #VDLR2021

    Further Sponsors Commit #VDLR2021

    Sunday 18th October 2020

    In addition to Volvo’s confirmation as Title Sponsorship of the Volvo Dún Laoghaire Regatta 2021, we are delighted that two further sponsors have also confirmed their continued support for the new format of our Regatta next July.

  • Volvo Continue Their Support for a Different VDLR2021

    Volvo Continue Their Support for a Different VDLR2021

    Thursday 24th September 2020

    The continued Title sponsorship by Volvo Car Ireland, coupled with significant format changes to VDLR 2021, will give sailors, sponsors, classes and the four waterfront clubs certainty in planning ahead for the 2021 season.

  • From Land To Sea: Fly Your Flag At Dún Laoghaire Harbour

    Friday 12th June 2020

    With people returning to the waters around Dún Laoghaire, the County Council is asking everyone to make their own flag with a message of hope for the future.

  • ICRA Launches Under 25 Discount Initiative

    ICRA Launches Under 25 Discount Initiative

    Saturday 8th February 2020

    Building on the ICRA / Irish Sailing U25 Support Programme, Volvo Dún Laoghaire Regatta are delighted to announce our support for the launch of their 25/25 scheme for #VDLR2021

  • Clean Regattas ‘Gold Star’ Certification

    Clean Regattas ‘Gold Star’ Certification

    Wednesday 24th July 2019

    HUGE thanks to everyone who made such efforts during the regatta! The steps we all took were an important start, and we look forward to planning further initiatives for #VDLR2021!