Over the weekend, a record 92 crews will head to the Dorset coast on Saturday 6 June when the Cornish Pilot Gig Association Mixed Grand Prix comes to the Weymouth and Portland National Sailing Academy, bringing one of the biggest weekends in the local gig rowing calendar and a welcome boost for the visitor economy.
Run by the CPGA and hosted by WPNSA, the championship is being supported by both Weymouth Rowing Club and Portland Gig Rowing Club, highlighting the strength of the local gig rowing community.
Heddon Johnson, President of Weymouth Rowing Club, said: “It is especially exciting to be part of such a major weekend of gig rowing in our 25th year. After Saturday’s championship action in Portland, it will be very special to welcome invited crews back to Newtons Cove on Sunday to race on our home waters and celebrate this milestone. We are also very grateful to Weymouth Sailing Club for its support in helping us host crews for the anniversary event.”
The Mixed Grand Prix has previously been held at Newtons Cove, but this year’s record entry has prompted a move to WPNSA, where the larger venue can provide the space and facilities needed for an event of this size.
Dorset League Cricket Fixtures:
Bere Regis vs Broadstone, Chalk Valley vs Martinstown, Dorchester vs Wimborne, Swanage vs Weymouth, Beaminster vs Corf Mullen, Shillingstone vs Portland Red Triangle, Shaftsbury vs Charlton Down, Puddletown vs Rolex & Weymouth 2nd 11 vs Abbotsbury.
Luke Roberts has departed Dorchester Football Club.
Portland United Football Club has published its player retained list below.
The Blues have also added Connor Bent and Alex Borges to their squad.
For more information including a list of players retained by Portland United FC, plus to view images of gig racing in Newton’s Cove, check out Idris’ website here: idrismartin.wordpress.com
