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Dartmouth Regatta Crest Polo
£42
Heavyweight cotton piqué in navy, with embroidered Dartmouth Regatta crest.
Add to basket →Est. 1822 · 181st Edition
Port of DartmouthRoyal Regatta
Historic town and waters alive with rowing and sailing races, family-fun, music, fireworks and much more.
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Dates for your diary
Four days on the Dart.
Regatta Week
26—29
August 2026
Opening Ceremony
Wed 26
August 2026
Closing Fireworks
Sat 29
9pm · August
Since 1822
Rowing, sailing, sport and family fun.
Now running for over two hundred years, the Port of Dartmouth Royal Regatta is a spectacular celebration of maritime heritage and community spirit.
Held annually on the stunning River Dart in Devon, it combines thrilling sailing and rowing races with sports, live music, family entertainment, and vibrant shoreside festivities.
Visitors enjoy a unique blend of sport, tradition, and celebration — crowned by breathtaking evening fireworks and a great Devonian welcome.
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On the water
Rowing
Rowing is at the very core of Regatta week. The competition is fierce and the fun is full on, against the magnificent scenic backdrop of the South Hams. The rowing includes local, WEARA and pilot gig competitions — all offering spectacular sport on the beautiful River Dart.
Explore Rowing
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Under sail
Sailing
The first-class sailing regatta for yachts, keelboats, sportsboats, and dinghies is renowned throughout the UK and organised by our Joint Sailing Regatta Committee. Discover everything you need to know.
Explore Sailing
Heritage
Over 200 years of history.
The Port is steeped in history, as is the event: one of the oldest in the country. The earliest recorded Regatta was in 1822, with 2025 seeing the 180th edition.
1822
First Regatta
180
Editions to date
4
Days of celebration
Keep Regatta free
Help us host the next great Regatta.
The Dartmouth Regatta committee work tirelessly — all as volunteers — to host a Regatta that everyone can enjoy. The event is free to attend, and we rely entirely on sponsors and generous public donations to keep Regatta going.
100% of your donation goes to the Port of Dartmouth Royal Regatta.
Where it goes
We give back to the community.
Every penny raised supports The Port of Dartmouth Royal Regatta Limited and is shared with the people and organisations that make Regatta — and Dartmouth — what it is.
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The Port of Dartmouth Royal Regatta Ltd
The organisation that delivers Regatta each year.
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Community organisations
Local groups that strengthen life on the Dart.
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Clubs
Rowing, sailing and sporting clubs across the South Hams.
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Festivals
Cultural events that bring the town together.
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Associations
Volunteer-led associations supporting Dartmouth.
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Charity-like organisations
Causes serving residents and visitors alike.
2025 Sponsors
With thanks to our partners.
Nothing happens without our amazing sponsors — large and small, global and local — who help make this the premier multisport Royal Regatta in the UK.
Platinum
Bays Brewery·Baker Estates·Stage & Tiers
Gold
Dartmouth Town Council·Premier Noss on Dart Marina
Silver
Coast & Country Cottages·Dart Marina Hotel
Bronze
Blackpool Sands·Bayards Cove Inn
Sponsor Portal
Your sponsor account.
A private hub for our partners. Manage your branding assets, hospitality allocations, guest lists, race-day passes and invoices — all in one place.
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Hospitality
Manage marquee tables, guest names and dietary requirements.
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Brand Kit
Upload logos, choose tier placement and preview programme adverts.
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Passes & Tickets
Allocate race-day passes, parking and pontoon access to your team.
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Invoices
Download VAT invoices and review your sponsorship history.
The Regatta Shop
Wear it. Fly it. Keep it.
Official Port of Dartmouth Royal Regatta merchandise — designed in Devon, made to last. Every purchase supports the Regatta and the community we serve.
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Dartmouth Regatta Wool Cap
£28
Six-panel cap in navy melton wool, brass eyelets and woven Regatta label.
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Dartmouth Regatta 2026 Programme
£8
The official 96-page souvenir programme — full colour, full schedule, full history.
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Dartmouth Regatta Pin Set
£14
Three collectable enamel pins: rowing oar, sailing burgee, fireworks burst.
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Dartmouth Regatta Tote Bag
£18
12oz natural canvas tote, screen-printed crest and river-blue web handles.
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Dartmouth Regatta Hoodie
£55
Brushed-back loopback cotton hoodie, embroidered chest crest in brass thread.
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Dartmouth Regatta Enamel Mug
£12
Classic camp-style enamel mug, ivory with navy rim and Regatta crest.
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Dartmouth Regatta Tea Towel
£9
Cotton tea towel printed with the 2026 race-week schedule and town map.
Add to basket →Free UK delivery on orders over £50 · Ships worldwide
Frequently asked
Good to know.
When is Dartmouth Regatta held?+
Dartmouth Regatta takes place at the end of August. The week includes sailing, rowing, live music, and family entertainment across the town, river and sea.
Do I need tickets to attend?+
Regatta is free to enjoy. Some activities and special events may require tickets, which will be listed on the event pages.
Where can I stay during Regatta?+
Accommodation in Dartmouth fills up quickly during Regatta week. Hotels, guesthouses, holiday cottages and campsites are all popular choices.
Is it suitable for families?+
Yes. Regatta is a family-friendly event with activities for all ages — rowing races, sailing, air displays, live entertainment and children's attractions.
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Designed & Built by RIOT Agency↓Deck of Ideas
What's next for Regatta.
A roadmap of features in concept — bringing the Port of Dartmouth Royal Regatta experience online, year-round.
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ConceptFull Event Calendar System
A complete schedule across the week — rowing heats, sailing races, fireworks and stage acts — filterable, shareable, syncable to your calendar.
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LiveInteractive Map
A live map of the regatta plotting every shore stage and on-water event on the River Dart. Colour-coded pins, category filters, side-panel itinerary and fly-to view per venue.
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ConceptTicketing & VIP Experiences
Reserve hospitality tables, river-launch passes, and members-only marquees — booked and paid for in one place.
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ConceptMerchandise Store
The official Regatta shop, from polos and caps to programmes and limited drops. Worldwide shipping.
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ConceptSponsor Portal
A private account for partners — manage branding, guest lists, allocations and invoices in one secure hub.