British Keelboat League Event 2026

The event consists of a series of short Windward/Leeward fleet races and is designed for teams to sail in matched RS21 keelboats.

Note: There is an EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT PRICE OF 3399 until 23.59pm on July 10th

Who is this for?

Teams of Sailors made up of friends from multiple clubs, including RYA club teams, University Teams, Womans teams, Youth teams.

The type of racing is designed to make exciting, high speed sailing and minimise the spread in the fleet, and with a target time of 15 minutes per race The emphasis is on as many races in as quick succession as possible.

What is it going to achieve?

The event is part of a National British Keelboat League events taking place throughout the country. It is an inter club competition sailed in RS21's for teams to compete against each other on a level playing field to fight for the "BKL Champions' title. A great weekend of fast, fun racing with lots of opportunity to develop new skills and friendships.

Winning teams will receive invitations to participate in the finals of the British Keelboat League in Royal Southern YC in September 2026

More information about this and other British Keelboat League events can be found at the British Keelboat League Association Website.

To book an entry please use the Ticket link below:

Accomodation

We do have on site bunk house accommodation, if you wish to book a bed or a room then please contact Kirsty at Rutland Sailing Club on 01780 720292. Payment requested on booking. The cost of a bed is £32 or £36 for the weekend if you take the en-suite option.

Camping is available in a campsite opposite RSC. To book a pitch please go to www.rutlandwatercampsite.co.uk

Saturday Night event Dinner (included in the entry price)

Starters

(S1) Carrot and Coriander soup and bread roll (veg and GF)

(CB) Moroccan Style Cauliflower bites with a dip (Veg and GF)

(CW) Chicken Wings with a BBQ sauce and Garlic dip

Mains

(BS) Beef Stroganov and rice with salad

(W) Butternut Squash and Lentil Wellington with vegetables (Veg and GF)

(C) Chicken in a creamy sauce and vegetables

(L) Lasagne with Salad and Garlic bread (GF)

Desserts

(LMP) Lemon Meringue pie and ice cream

(TT) Trillionaire Tart with ice cream

(FS) Fruit Salad and ice cream

Downloads

• BKL 2026 - NoR Attachment X v1.1.pdf
• NoR BKL Aug 8-9 2026 v1.3.pdf
• BKL 2026 - NoR Appendix UF v1.2.pdf

Last updated 9:13pm on 2 July 2026