EC Events

Notices and reports for events of interest to Gaffers on the East Coast

What’s on in Harwich Harbour, 14 – 16 June, 2024?

14 May 202414 May 2024

Two events for classic boats will be taking place over the weekend of 14 – 16 June, 2024. This should… Read More »What’s on in Harwich Harbour, 14 – 16 June, 2024?

60 years of the East Coast Race: will you be there in 2024?

13 May 202414 May 2024

The first East Coast Race, held on 20 July, 1963, attracted 27 starters on a calm day off Osea Pier.… Read More »60 years of the East Coast Race: will you be there in 2024?

Swallows and Amazons: where did it begin?

24 April 202429 April 2024

East Coast OGA member, Tessa Hodgkinson, describes the start of the ‘Swallows and Amazons’ event. Reflecting on the early days… Read More »Swallows and Amazons: where did it begin?

East Coast featured boat: ‘Ariel’

30 March 202428 April 2024

In celebration of their 100th anniversary this year, our featured boats for April and May will be from the Deben… Read More »East Coast featured boat: ‘Ariel’

East Coast Gaffling 4.1 dinghies for hire

15 February 202415 February 2024

Did you know there are two OGA Gaffling 4.1 dinghies which may be hired by East Coast Gaffers? These have… Read More »East Coast Gaffling 4.1 dinghies for hire

Dutch OGA Anniversary Tour: 3 – 17 August, 2024

24 January 202430 January 2024

This post contains information for UK Gaffers planning their passage across the North Sea as well as the invitation from the Dutch OGA with outline plans of the Tour.