Local crew takes the coastal regatta in strong winds

The Harbour City Sailing Club crew of the yacht Kittiwake won the annual coastal regatta, finishing the 120-mile course almost forty minutes ahead of their nearest rivals.

Strong winds forced eleven of the thirty starters to retire. The winning crew included two teenagers from the club's youth programme.

The next fixture is away from home on Saturday, against opponents who have not lost at their own ground this season.

Club officials confirmed that tickets for the next home game are almost sold out.