Racing - Volvo Dún Laoghaire Regatta

VDLR 2023 Berthing Plan

A complimentary berth or parking space will be assigned to visiting boats for the duration of the Regatta from Monday 3rd July to Monday 10th July 2023.

Skippers’ Update

Just 10 days to go to the first gun of the 2023 Volvo Dun Laoghaire Regatta. We look forward to welcoming over 350 boats in 40 divisions to what will be Ireland’s largest regatta this year.

Sailing Instructions – Volvo Dún Laoghaire Regatta 2023

We look forward to welcoming over 350 boats in 40 divisions to what will be Ireland’s largest regatta. The Sailing Instructions are now available, and can be viewed online or downloaded from Manage2Sail.

Changes to the VDLR 2023 NOR – No 1 & No 2

Two amendments to the Notice of Race for Volvo Dún Laoghaire Regatta 2023 have been issued by the organising committee.

Cape 31s Confirm Irish Nationals for July’s Volvo Dun Laoghaire Regatta

Following a successful outing for Irish Cape 31 interests at the Vice Admiral’s Cup on the Solent last weekend, there is confirmation this week that the 2023 Irish National Championships will be raced at Volvo Dun Laoghaire Regatta (VDLR) this July.

Early Bird EXTENDED – Win a €500 Volvo Collection Voucher

We are DELIGHTED to extend the early bird closing date to midnight Sunday April 16th. All entries received by this time will be entered in to a draw with the winner receiving a €500 voucher for the Volvo Lifestyle Collection .

RS21s Available for Volvo Dun Laoghaire Regatta Charter

The 2023 RS21 Cup season will see events in Scotland, Ireland and England as teams compete in a three-regatta venue, including Dun Laoghaire Harbour in July. To ensure sailors, new and old, get the chance to get up to speed as quickly as possible, the first regatta will see RS21 racing paired with coaching to provide direct feedback on the water.

New J112 is Part of Strong Class Zero Forming for July

Seven of the nine entries so far in the big boat class at July’s Volvo Dun Laoghaire Regatta (VDLR) are visitors, but a brand new J112e from the home port will add extra spice to the Cruisers Zero fleet (boats greater than 12 metres in length).

Helly Hansen draw for Early Entry

Clothing and apparel partner Helly Hansen have given us this great high-capacity Duffel Bag to be raffled between all paid-up entries who we receive before midnight Sunday March 19th.

‘Information Evening’ Called for VDLR Classes

After opening its online entry system, Volvo Dun Laoghaire Regatta 2023 organisers have called competing classes to an information evening at the Royal Irish Yacht Club next week.