One of the UK's Most Iconic Sailing Events - The Lord Birkett Trophy 2026 on Ullswater

A GREAT VIDEO TO WATCH NEXT: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sBhCSRe3Jeo&t=25s Every July, hundreds of dinghies descend on Ullswater for one of the UK's most iconic sailing events; the Lord Birkett Trophy. This year, we followed three very different sailors through the weekend. • Evie and Jess take on the challenge as two young competitors experiencing one of the biggest dinghy races in Britain. • James races his Musto Skiff in a fast and demanding fleet. From race preparation and launching to close racing, changing conditions and prep ashore, this is a behind-the-scenes look at what makes the Lord Birkett Trophy such a special event. Thanks to the organisers, volunteers and everyone at Ullswater Yacht Club for another fantastic Lord Birkett Trophy. Find out more about The Lord Birkett: https://www.ullswaterycbirkett.org . #dinghyracing #sailing #lordbirkett #ullswater #mustoskiff #youthsailing #dinghysailing If you liked this video, give it a thumbs up and share it with your friends. 👍 Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dinghyracingchannel/ Join our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/DinghyRacingChannel/ Website: http://www.rya.org.uk Subscribe to the Dinghy Racing Channel: https://youtube.com/dinghyracingchannel?sub_confirmation=1 Want to get out on the water? Start your adventure: www.rya.org.uk/go/startboating