"Hello Everyone, welcome to this year’s regatta. As many of you know, this year, we lost a significant member of our committee, Jean Furness. She was on the committee for 35 years and is sorely missed by the whole of Salcombe, we have a new spot the bloomer cup in her memory. The new events this year are a teddy bear’s picnic, find the regatta bear, a fishing competition and a chance for you to design next year’s programme cover. We have regatta wristbands replacing the lucky programme number, then a party at the Ferry Inn to end the week. We have purchased new oars, spoons in fact, so even if you have never rowed before, come and give it a go. The regatta could not continue without the hard work of the committee and all the local organisations that help, so many thanks to them all. Also, to the many businesses that sponsor our events and our vice presidents. We couldn’t keep the regatta going without them, and with you donating in our buckets, so if you see one, drop something in. Let’s hope the sun shines and you all have a fantastic week."

Caroline Bricknell
Regatta Chairman