TALL SHIPS’ RACES – HARTLEPOOL 2010
The Tall Ships’ Races FAQsEverything you ever wanted to know about The Tall Ships' Races but were afraid to ask...What are The Tall Ships’ Races?Sail Training International organises and manages the annual series of races for sail training Tall Ships in European waters. The purpose of these events is to provide an opportunity for friendly competition and to develop international friendships and understanding amongst the young trainees and the communities visited during the races. These events take place in waters around Europe, from the Baltic to the Mediterranean. They typically involve four host ports - a race from port one to port two, a cruise in company to port three, and a race to port four. Time in port is usually three or four days during which the focus is on activities for the young trainees and providing a festival atmosphere for the local community. Several hundred thousand visitors attend the smaller ports, and literally millions are attracted to the larger ports.
The Tall Ships’ Races FAQsEverything you ever wanted to know about The Tall Ships' Races but were afraid to ask...What are The Tall Ships’ Races?Sail Training International organises and manages the annual series of races for sail training Tall Ships in European waters. The purpose of these events is to provide an opportunity for friendly competition and to develop international friendships and understanding amongst the young trainees and the communities visited during the races. These events take place in waters around Europe, from the Baltic to the Mediterranean. They typically involve four host ports - a race from port one to port two, a cruise in company to port three, and a race to port four. Time in port is usually three or four days during which the focus is on activities for the young trainees and providing a festival atmosphere for the local community. Several hundred thousand visitors attend the smaller ports, and literally millions are attracted to the larger ports.
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