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J.P. Morgan Asset Management Round the Island Race 2013

J.P. Morgan Asset Management Round the Island Race 2013 The annual J.P. Morgan Asset Management Round the Island Race, organised by the Island Sailing Club in Cowes, is a hugely popular one-day yacht race around the Isle of Wight.
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Top events in Cowes for 2013

Top events in Cowes for 2013 2013 is set be yet another vintage year for Cowes. Many of the yachting and powerboating events represent the pinnacle of their sport whilst others provide a showcase for the best of club racing, rallies, and regattas.
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All the latest on Cowes Week 2013

All the latest on Cowes Week 2013 Aberdeen Asset Management Cowes Week 2013 - Don’t miss this iconic British sporting event from 3-10 August!
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Cowes History and Places to Visit

Cowes History and Places to Visit Cowes and East Cowes has a wealth of history and interesting places to visit.
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Cowes Harbour Commission Newsletter Archive

Cowes Harbour Commission Newsletter Archive Catch up with news from Cowes Harbour Commission's E-Newsletters.
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Cowes Breakwater Project news

Cowes Breakwater Project news You can now read a selection of 'Frequently Asked Questions' regarding the new Cowes breakwater and other aspects of the proposed harbour infrastructure development.
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Cowes start for Round Britain and Ireland Race

Cowes start for Round Britain and Ireland Race The Royal Ocean Racing Club (RORC) have confirmed Sevenstar, leading Dutch specialist yacht transport company, as title sponsor of the 1,802 nautical mile non-stop race starting from Cowes, Isle of Wight on 10 August 2014.
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Aberdeen Asset Management Cowes Week 2012

Aberdeen Asset Management Cowes Week 2012 Aberdeen Asset Management Cowes Week 2012 - Don’t miss this iconic British sporting event from 11-18 August!
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HM The Queen visits Cowes

HM The Queen visits Cowes HM The Queen visited Cowes as part of her Diamond Jubilee tour on Wednesday, 25 July 2012.
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Superyachts star in Parade of Sail for Queen

Superyachts star in Parade of Sail for Queen Thousands gathered along The Green and The Parade in Cowes on Wednesday, 25 July to watch a dramatic Parade of Sail to welcome HM The Queen to the Isle of Wight.
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J.P. Morgan Asset Management Round the Island Race 2012

J.P. Morgan Asset Management Round the Island Race 2012 Britain’s favourite yacht race takes place on Saturday, 30 June and everyone will be hoping the weather gods will look kindly on us this year; a good racing breeze and sunshine would be very welcome after the strong winds and rough seas of 2011!
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Stuart McIntosh talks to COWES.co.uk
Cowes Harbour Master Capt. Stuart McIntosh talks to COWES.co.uk about his career at sea in the Merchant Navy and on superyachts, his position as Cowes Harbour Master and Chief Executive, the importance of Cowes as a yachting and visitor destination, and his long term vision for the harbour.


Andy Cassell talks to COWES.co.uk
Andy Cassell, well known Paralympic sailor from Cowes, talks to COWES.co.uk about his new scheme to help train future Paralympic sailors.


Day 2 racing at Wight Vodka RS Elite Nationals

The RS Elite fleet are in Cowes for the UK Nationals and Cowes.co.uk was there to film the start of Day 2’s racing on the Royal Yacht Squadron line.



Under 25 Trophy at Cowes Week 2012
Cowes.co.uk spoke to some of the crews competing for the Under 25 Trophy, Aberdeen Asset Management’s new initiative to support young crews at Cowes Week.


Cowes Week 2012 fireworks display

The traditional Friday evening fireworks display at Aberdeen Asset Management Cowes Week 2012. Cowes, Isle of Wight.



Cowes Week Mount Gay Rum Red Cap Party 2012

Apres-sail is a big part of Cowes Week and the annual Mount Gay Rum "Red Cap Party" is just one of the highlights. The party is held at Shepards Wharf Marina in Cowes and the first 500 party goers get a famous red cap to wear.



Toe in the Water - AAM Cowes Week 2012
We caught up with the Toe in The Water crew as they were setting up and getting ready for their fifth day of racing during Aberdeen Asset Management Cowes Week. Along with Captain Lloyd Hamilton, Race Director for Toe in the Water, Dee Caffari was also present getting ready for a day out with the crew. 


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Latest Cowes News


Last May, thousands of local people flocked to the Riverfest event on Newport’s historic Quay, making it the largest community event in the county town of the Isle of Wight. • Read More21/05/2013


Keep your eyes peeled for the remarkable Rogers Olympiad 30 Collective Spirit (GBR7512L) in the J.P. Morgan Asset Management Round the Island Race. • Read More21/05/2013


Kristie Reid, 20, from Aberdeen, has been selected by East Cowes based Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust as an ambassador to take part in the first leg of the Clipper Round the World Race 2013-14. • Read More21/05/2013


"Good weather for ducks" is probably the best way to describe conditions on the final day of the 2013 Musto Vice Admiral's Cup, where grey was the predominant colour and oilskins were the preferred attire (good news for sponsor Musto!). • Read More20/05/2013


Leading marine electronics manufacturer, Raymarine invites competitors taking part in the 82nd J.P. Morgan Asset Management Round the Island Race to the Island Sailing Club, Cowes, at 1800 on 31 May to hear the latest weather and tidal information prior to the race. This up to the minute information will be available live and free to all attendees, thanks to Raymarine’s Weather Briefing. • Read More20/05/2013


The Solent Sunbeams are regular visitors to Aberdeen Asset Management Cowes Week and, at 90 years old, they have plenty to celebrate this year. • Read More17/05/2013


In 2015 the prestigious Royal Yacht Squadron in Cowes, founded in 1815, will achieve its bicentenary and is organising a special Bicentennial Regatta. • Read More16/05/2013


Cowes Week Limited, the organisers of Aberdeen Asset Management Cowes Week, are always keen to engage with local companies on the Isle of Wight to ensure that the business opportunities associated with the event benefit the Island as much as possible during this world-renowned summer sailing festival. • Read More15/05/2013


The famous Island Sailing Club, at 70 High Street, Cowes, is holding an Open Day on Saturday, 18 May from 1000 to 1700. • Read More15/05/2013


One of the most famous yacht races in the world, the J.P. Morgan Asset Management Round the Island Race, attracts professional yachting's elite but is also the racing highlight for many amateur sailors whose absolute 'must do' event on their sailing calendar is this annual yacht racing extravaganza. • Read More13/05/2013


A Royal Navy officer has been accused of negligence after a yacht he was skippering on 6 August 2011, on the first day of the Cowes Week sailing regatta, was in collision with an oil tanker off the Isle of Wight. • Read More10/05/2013


Eastern pair of yellow lateral buoys marking the small craft channel are reported as extinguished. • Read More10/05/2013


The RNLI's life saving role was really put to the test in a choppy Solent on Monday, 10 May when Cowes lifeboat rescued a windsurfer after an intensive 45 minute search. • Read More10/05/2013


Each year in August during the eight day period of Aberdeen Asset Management Cowes Week, the population of Cowes more than doubles. • Read More09/05/2013


The Royal Ocean Racing Club has announced the publication of the Notice of Race for the 2014 Brewin Dolphin Commodores' Cup. • Read More09/05/2013


New WiFi and CCTV have been installed in time for the 2013 sailing season at Cowes Harbour Commission's Shepards Wharf Marina in Cowes. • Read More07/05/2013

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