The Tall Ships Races 2020 (Including Delivery Voyage, Tall Ships Races & Cruise in Company and Homeward Bound Voyages)

www.challengewales.org 029 20 704 657 [email protected] The Tall Ships Races 2020

Around 1000 vessels around the world take part in sail training, and around 80 of them will meet in the Tall Ships Race 2020. It is expected almost 4,000 young people will be part of this event. Representing Wales and the UK, will be Challenge Wales | Wales’ Tall Ship.

Tall Ships races and events are about young people, adventure, social responsibility, environmental awareness and concern, heritage and scale, culture, learning & friendships - all this set against a stunning backdrop of vessels, beautiful ports and a fever of festival excitement.

Tall Ships events are the largest spectator event in the world!

With no sailing experience required to take part, this voyage will be life-changing Are you ready to join us?! Contact us now to discuss your place www.challengewales.org 029 20 704657 [email protected] The Tall Ships Races 2020

In 2020 the Tall Ships will start in Lisbon (Portugal) and race to Cadiz (Spain). There will be a combined Race 2 and Cruise in Company from Cadiz to A Coruna (Spain). The final race is from A Coruna to Dunkirk (France) across the Bay of Biscay.

After the race Challenge Wales will sail from Dunkirk to Southampton before attending another event, The Small Ships Race, via her way home back to Cardiff. Race legs on Challenge Wales are open to those aged 16 – 25 years, and in most cases bursary funding is available to subsidise some of the voyage. Different age ranges may apply for other voyages before or after the races to enable as many people as possible to experience this opportunity.

The benefits of Tall Ships Racing onboard Challenge Wales: The Tall Ships Races is an opportunity to meet young people from all over the world, it’s the largest youth & cultural event in Europe which encompasses a free family festival. It will challenge you but be fun as well, it will be hard work and you will learn teamwork and communication skills plus work in shifts which will look great on your CV! It’s an amazing adventure.

Challenge Wales took part in all legs of the Tall Ships Races 2019, sailing just under 4,000 miles in total (from Cardiff to Cardiff) with young people aged 15 – 25 onboard. Most of those onboard had never sailed before.

What they said: “2019 was my first time on a Tall Ships Race, I had one of the most amazing and enjoyable times of my life. The atmosphere on board was very inclusive, happy and enthusiastic, especially to newbies at sailing, such as myself! –Alexander (age 16)

“I learned a huge amount on the voyage from cooking for 13 people, to using the navigation system, to improving my communication. More importantly, I learned I enjoy a challenge and I like to be pushed outside my comfort zone. This has inspired me to look for more adventures. I have come away with very fond memories and new friends”.– Rosie (age 18)

“The most amazing thing happened, a pod of dolphins came up to Challenge Wales and started to play. We sat there and watched them for hours playing in the waves of our boat.” – Annie (age 17)

“What an experience! I have had such a great time, learnt so much and met so many incredible people. I will definitely be back. My favourite part was helming. I loved being in charge of the boat and trying to go as fast as I could ” – Rachael (age 24)

“Before we started racing we had a photoshoot onboard. There was a sheep doing yoga, a daffodil helming and a dragon winching! Then we said goodbye to technology as we headed to Norway! How therapeutic!” Sarah (age 21)

Amazing Achievement by people like you!! In the Tall Ships Races 2019, Challenge Wales came home with no fewer than 4 trophies. She achieved Line Honours (first boat home) in both races, Second overall in Race 2, Third overall in Race 1, and fastest boat in the race series. This was a fantastic achievement and it was the young people onbooard who helped achieve this.

You will be joining up to 9 other trainees and guided by the Challenge Wales crew you will be getting involved in all aspects of sailing; hoisting the sails, changing the sails, preparing dinner and cooking, cleaning, helming the boat and racing the boat competitively. You will develop your teamwork and communication skills, self- confidence and resilience while having lots of fun!

Whatever you are doing, you will be part of the crew and will be working as a close-knit team. Whether this is the first time you have sailed or are experienced, this is the perfect opportunity to learn new skills and have an experience that you will never forget.

Come and join us and don’t forget there’s funding available! You can join us for 1 leg or longer, and if you are wanting to join us for more than 1 leg you’ll be eligible for a discount!

Remember, prices are the full price before any bursary funding is applied! Additional bursary funding can reduce the voyage cost between 10 - 90%.

Our funding pages in this document will help show you how.

The Races – at a glance:

Race 1: Lisbon to Cadiz 4th – 11th July 2020

Race One of The Tall Ships Races 2020 is 250 nautical miles and although the shorter of all the races offers a great opportunity to race and enjoy short side activities in warmer climates.

Race 2/Cruise in Company: Cadiz to A Coruna 11th – 26th July 2020 This combines a racing and competitive element together with an opportunity to relax and explore. Race 2 is a 120 mile leg from Cadiz offering some interesting strategic racing. While the 400 mile Cruise in Company onto Spain will visit some of the most beautiful ports in Portugal and Spain. A Cruise in Company enables those onboard to meet up with other vessels taking part from all over the world.

Race 3: A Coruna to Dunkirk 26th July – 8th August 2020

Race 3 is the longest leg and potentially the most challenging and will be a 660 mile race to Dunkirk. You will be working as a team, working in watches, having fun while keeping an eye out for the competition.

…and don’t forget we have a variety of voyages before and after the races too!

The Tall Ships Races in more detail…

Race 1: Lisbon to Cadiz, 4th to 11th July 2020 8 days – 250 miles

On arrival you will meet all the other trainees and crew onboard Challenge Wales and will have time learning the ropes and socialising. Before the race starts you will take part in the Crew Parade, representing Challenge Wales, which will be watched by thousands of people.

Lisbon has hosted the Tall Ships event no fewer than seven times since the Tall Ships races began. Perched on the edge of the Atlantic Ocean, Lisbon is one of the rare Western European cities that faces the ocean and uses water as an element that defines the city.

The race will take in Cape Trafalgar and include non-stop night sailing which will mean you will be working in watches as Challenge Wales will race through the day and night.

Cost: £750 (different bursaries* are available for this voyage including one up to €500 if eligible

*Check out our funding page to see how to fund your voyage and what bursary is available to you. If you are eligible for funding the cost of the leg could be reduced significantly.

The Tall Ships Races in more detail…

Race 2 AND Cruise in Company: Cadiz to A Coruna 11th – 26th July 2020 16 days – 520 miles

This voyage combines competition with exploration as you start off racing which then finishes with a cruise of friendship and adventure.

You will get the chance to enjoy invigorating sailing, amazing coastal scenery and bays, natural reserves, safe anchorages, historical ports and cultural experiences like no other.

You will be welcomed in A Coruna as thousands of spectators will cheer you on at the spectacular colourful crew parade, a memorable part of every tall ships festival and port stop.

Cost: £1,255 (different bursaries are available for this voyage including one up to €500 if eligible

*Check out our funding page to see how to fund your voyage and what bursary is available to you. If you are eligible for funding the cost of the leg could be reduced significantly .

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The Tall Ships Races in more detail…

Race 3: A Coruna to Dunkirk 26th July - 8th August 2020 14 days – 660 miles

This race will offer a real ocean adventure as you cross the world famous Bay of Biscay and you will truly experience life at sea. After joining the vessel you will have time to explore the Tall Ships festival before your own adventure starts.

Challenge Wales will depart the beautiful Atlantic Coast of A Coruna and race to the historic port of Dunkirk where you can expect an electrifying four days of celebrations as the race series comes to a climax. You will make new friends, or strengthen existing friendship bonds as you rely on each other to work as a team and keep the boat operating. You will be involved with cooking as well as sailing the boat and learning new skills.

Cost: £1,050 (different bursaries* are available for this voyage including one up to €500 if eligible)

*Check out our funding page to see how to fund your voyage and what bursary is available to you. If you are eligible for funding the cost of the leg could considerably less.

Tall Ships Farewell | Homeward Bound:

Dunkirk to Southampton 8th – 15th August 2020 8 days

Dunkirk will be giving us a fantastic farewell and as Challenge Wales departs with the other vessels as part of the Parade of Sail, she will be heading back to the UK.

If you haven’t been able to join us for any of the other tall ships voyages then this is still a fantastic opportunity to experience the Tall Ships Races atmosphere and be part of their final Parade of Sail event.

We’ll be sailing across the English Channel back to the UK on this adventure residential with a few port stops along the way.

Cost: £650 (different bursaries are available for this voyage so please check out our bursaries page)

*Check out our funding page to see how to fund your voyage and what bursary is available to you.

Mayflower Small Ships Races| Homeward Bound:

Southampton – Dartmouth 15th August – 21st August 7 days

This is a Small Ships Race organised by the UK Sail Training Association for the UK sail training fleet and is similar to the Tall Ships Races except its on a slightly smaller scale and will start and finish in the UK.

There will be an opportunity to take part in a practice race while learning the ropes onboard Challenge Wales before racing to Dartmouth. After the race, there will be a prize giving event before you depart the vessel the next day after breakfast.

Cost: £570 (different bursaries are available for this voyage so please check out our bursaries page)

*Check out our funding page to see how to fund your voyage and what bursary is available to you.

Tall Ships Delivery Voyages:

If you aren’t taking part in the Tall Ships race and you are wanting to gain some sailing experience, have an adventure, develop your teamwork and communication skills to put on your CV, or just to do something different this summer then these voyages could be for you. Pre Tall Ships Voyages (open to those aged 18 – 75)

Gosport – Lisbon (Bay of Biscay crossing). Challenge Wales will be arriving in Lisbon for 2nd July but don’t forget there are events and a crew party on 3rd July enabling you to depart at leisure on the morning of 4th July

Dates TBC but likely to be around 21st June – 4th July | £900 per person

Scilly Adventures (open to those aged 16 – 25 years)

Dartmouth – Cardiff (Via Scilly Isles) Join late afternoon on 21st August and get to know your fellow crew mates before your voyage starts.

21st – 28th August | £570 per person

*Check out our funding page to see how to fund your voyage and what bursary is available to you if you are under 26 years. We might be able to reduce your voyage costs!

What’s included? • A berth onboard for the voyage and time in port • Foul weather trousers and jackets (not footwear) • Safety equipment – life jacket and life-line • Mooring fees, fuel and gas • All food, drinks (soft) and refreshments whilst the boat is sailing • Breakfast, refreshments, snacks and evening meal when the boat is in port • A Challenge Wales experienced Skipper, Mate and 2 Watch Leaders •Excitement (definitely), variety of weather (maybe), challenging conditions (probably)

What’s not included? • Meals and drinks which are taken ashore (off the boat) • Transport to and from the vessel • Spending money (e.g. Euros Spain/Portugal/France) for gifts, sweets and any meals ashore. On each leg we will have one meal ashore, all other meals are provided. • Personal travel insurance. Not all travel insurance policies cover you for sports such as sailing, but there are lots of options out there.

FUNDING YOUR VOYAGE

Challenge Wales wants to make this opportunity as widely available as possible and there are various ways to pay for your voyage:

The Sultan of Oman Bursary Fund A maximum of €500 is available for each trainee to take part in Tall Ships racing. The scheme supports those aged 15 – 25 years and in particular those who are having financial hardship and who have not taken part in a Tall Ships Race before. Trainees need to apply directly to the fund and further details are available from https://sailtraininginternational.org/support/bursaries/ or Challenge Wales. YOU ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE TO THIS FUND.

James Myatt Trust: Will help fund those sailing on Challenge Wales aged between 16 – 25 years on a voyage that can last between 2 to 14 days. An application will need to be made directly and further details can be found at www.jmtrust.org.uk Trainees in the past have received between £100 - £350 towards a voyage.

Should you receive any funding from Challenge Wales then you will be required to write a report and a thank you letter to the funder about your experience.

FUNDING YOUR VOYAGE

For Welsh residents… This fund supports Welsh residents aged under 26 years and can subsidise your voyage between 30 – 50%. Funds are available until they are allocated so booking early is recommended. Sometimes additional funds become available which can increase the bursary amount available. Contact Challenge Wales directly to apply.

The Challenge Wales Bursary Fund for UK residents Challenge Wales sometimes receives funding from other trusts that enables UK residents to be subsidised. This may cover between 5 – 50% of the costs. If you need help funding your berth please get in touch.

FUNDING YOUR VOYAGE

Other Funds: Challenge Wales applies for funding from various organisations and some of this may be available for Tall Ships trainees.

Other trusts: Challenge Wales can help direct you to other funding sources from other trusts, but is reliant on YOU contacting them and applying directly. This includes funding for people who are from Norfolk or the surrounding area (through the Norfolk Boat).

Fundraising yourself: Request a Challenge Wales fundraising pack with lots of ideas on raising some of the funds required. Set this up as a personal challenge using ViginMoneyGiving.com and get people to sponsor you. This could reduce your costs by up to 75% or more!

Should you receive any funding from Challenge Wales then you will be required to write a report and a thank you letter to the funder about your experience.

How to fund your voyage

Make your voyage on Challenge Wales a personal challenge with Virgin Money Giving and ask people to donate.

Visit: www.virginmoneygiving.com and click

Create your personal challenge: Tall Ships Racing 2020. Set up your page and remember to select Challenge Wales as the charity you would like to raise money for. Then select the amount you are planning to raise. This should be the amount you need to pay for your trip. If you raise more than this that is great! The amount you raise will be offset against the cost for your berth.

You might want to set a target slightly higher than the amount you need to raise to encourage people to donate more!

What experience do I need? No sailing experience is required for the Tall Ships legs or the delivery voyages. Those sailing on Challenge Wales often come with no sailing experience. You may be a novice sailor or an experienced one. You are welcome to join us if you are over 16, are reasonably fit and are prepared for hard, physical work. Although the Tall Ships Races are fun and exciting they can be also be challenging. What will life onboard be like? Each voyage we do is different due to different people onboard and weather. Challenge Wales sails with up to 18 people onboard. Every person will have an allocated berth and a watch system will operate. Every one onboard will be responsible for keeping the boat running and this includes cleaning and meal preparation. You will be sailing with up to six Challenge Wales crew, several of whom have taken part in racing or Tall Ships events before. The crew have plenty of experience of living onboard and sailing Challenge Wales and will help you to get the most out of your experience. They will be teaching you the ropes and supporting you while you are onboard.

Should you have any allergies or dietary requirements (e.g. vegetarian) we must know in advance and you will need to advise us on the booking form. Challenge Wales operates a no smoking policy onboard the boat (including on deck) at all times. Alcoholic drinks are not allowed onboard

What to wear Information is provided in the joining instructions that Challenge Wales sends out in advance of any voyage. We suggest as a basic: Layers of clothes, waterproof jacket, neck warmer/scarf, beanie hat, gloves, sailing boots, spare soft soled shoes, swim wear. There is a limited amount of storage on the boat so you will need to pack your kit in a canvas bag. No hard suitcases/holdalls can be accommodated onboard.

Suggested Kit List

• Sleeping bag • Sunglasses, glasses, contact lenses • Personal toiletries, medication, towel • Ear plugs (Just in case there is a snorer nearby!) • Reusable drinks container (to store in your bunk pocket at night)

•Remember, Challenge Wales has waterproof trousers and jackets available of limited sizes Aerosols of any description (e.g. deodorants) are NOT allowed onboard

Travelling to ports All those taking part are responsible for finding their own way to and from the port to join/depart the vessel and making their own travel arrangements.

We can put you in touch with other people who are joining the leg you are on so that you can make your arrangements/travel together.

We also work with an independent travel agency who can help you find flights and we provide you with the details, once we have them, on how to get from the airport to the port. Generally Tall Ships events are fairly accessible via public transport. If you are travelling a day or two earlier or later as flights are cheaper then you won’t be able to stay on the boat but we suggest checking out www.hostelworld.com for accommodation.

Port Closest Airport/ train Accessible by: Other info station Lisbon Lisbon Plane Ryanair, British airways, Wizz Air, Easyjet

Cadiz Jerez de lar Frontera (40 Plane / train British Airways, kms from port) Iberia, Ryanair

Cadiz is accessible by bus from Gibraltar A Coruna A Coruna, Alvedro (LCG) Plane Veuling, Airport (9kms from port) More details to follow

Dunkirk Dunkirk Bus, Ferry DFDS ferry Dover to Dunkirk Flixbus Calais to Dunkirk Tall Ships Races 2020

Making your Travel arrangements You can make your travel arrangements once you have booked onto Challenge Wales and sent in your paperwork.

We are working with a local independent travel agent who can help you with your flights and transfer arrangements. Alternatively you can book this yourself, online, and make your own arrangements to get to and from the boat.

We will be providing some more detailed information about transfers and flights and how to find the boat . We are aiming for crew and trainees to travel together from the airport to the port. It is also anticipated that crew from other sail training vessels will also be travelling with us (and us with them) to make it easier getting to and from the ports and we are currently working on this arrangements.

As all vessels have been asked to crew change on the same day, it will mean that there will be lots of young people and crews travelling to and from the airports and port which will make your journey easier.

UK PASSPORTS – The UK Government has provided some useful information regarding British passport holders who are travelling to Europe after Brexit. In particular it is indicating that you should have at least 6 months left on your passport from your date of arrival. Read more here…

Payment and Booking Conditions You can apply for one or more legs of the Tall Ships Race and/or delivery voyage as you wish. If you are wishing to take part in more than 1 leg then a 10% discount will be applied to your second and subsequent voyages after the first one is booked. A greater discount may be available for the delivery legs before and after the Tall Ships Races.

Bookings will be confirmed subject to a non-refundable 25% deposit. Full payment is required 60 days before the voyage you are sailing on departs. Should you be accessing our bursary fund we will ask for a 10% deposit. If you are applying for a Challenge Wales bursary please contact Challenge Wales so we can advise how much you would be eligible for. Please let us know if you have applied for other bursary funds (e.g. Sultan of Oman fund). You can make full or part payment by: Cheque (made payable to Challenge Wales) Bank Transfer (details are on our booking form) Challenge Wales Gift Voucher

Challenge Wales’ standard Booking Terms and Conditions apply. Please note all legs may not be suitable for all people and we can discuss this with you. If you wish to take part in the campaign as a personal challenge and are wanting to get sponsored to help you raise funds then please speak to the Challenge Wales office to discuss a payment scheme and setting up a VirginMoneyGiving page to support Challenge Wales enabling other people to donate towards your berth. This could reduce your costs by up to 75% or more.

What is Challenge Wales?

The Challenge Wales charity provides opportunities for young people to develop their employability skills through adventure at sea and fun. This is achieved through sailing Challenge Wales, the largest sailing yacht in Wales.

Sail Training helps develop social and personal skills of young people. We put them in a challenging, and often alien environment, where they learn about teamwork, leadership, discipline, respect for others and help develop their literacy and numeracy skills.

The charity is run predominantly by volunteers and relies on adult sailing voyages and longer adventures to help fund the charity as well as donations and trusts.

In 2012 Challenge Wales was the only Welsh sailing yacht to be officially invited to take part in the Queen’s Jubilee Pageant, London. She then went on to take Line Honours in a youth race from London to the Olympic Sailing Village in Portland, and then won First in Class and Most Miles Sailed in the Irish Sea Tall Ships Regatta two months later.

In 2017 Challenge Wales won the highest award in its industry – UK Sail Training Vessel of the Year (cont)

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What is Challenge Wales? Any voyage on Challenge Wales can be used for DofE Gold Residential. Challenge Wales is an approved activity provider for the DofE scheme.

If you are 18 or over when you sail with us, you can use your voyage as a qualifying trip and volunteer with us the following year. Check out our website for further details on volunteering.

Challenge Wales has public liability insurance and all insurances to take part in voyages and Tall Ships Races.

We’re looking forward to more success in the Tall Ships Races 2020 and hope you can join us!

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