The Nore Race is a combined ‘open’ cruiser and dinghy race held each year covering a 20 mile circuit of the Thames Estuary, starting and finishing at Southend Pier. Benfleet Yacht Club have been organising this event since the 1930’s (although likely to have taken a break during the war years).

For many competitors, the Nore Race is the only race that they will compete in: which they treat more like a rally, rather than a full on race until the starting gun fires. Once finished many competitors, both yachts and dinghies, anchor in The Ray and enjoy the Ray Sands before returning home on the tide.

The Nore Race will host a combined fleet of over 100 yachts and dinghies on a demanding 20-mile circuit through the Thames Estuary. Come along to the pier head to take in the stunning Estuary views and live race action as boats race by in an exciting display.

Find more details on the Benfleet Yacht Race website