Cowes Week 2010 with Ondeck
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More than 1000 yachts, 8,000 competitors and 100,000 spectators a day flock to take part in Cowes Week in the first week of August. Year after year, this international regatta firmly places itself as one of the premier sailing, corporate hospitality and social events of the summer.
Ondeck own and manage an unrivalled selection of high performance yachts which are competitive, user-friendly and suitable for all levels and abilities. Whether joining in the excitement of racing, or sitting back and spectating, getting out on the water with our highly qualified and professional crew is always a great experience.
Corporate and Group events can be tailored to your exact requirements to make your day extra special. The following are examples of our Racing and Spectating packages, but please contact the office to discuss your event or to make a booking.
Individuals can also be a part of the events by booking onto one of our 'Rock Up' packages which get you out into the heart of the action.
Yachts available for Cowes Week 2010
| Racing Yachts | Spectating & Hospitality |
| > Farr 65 > Beneteau 40.7 > Dehler 39 |
> Hanse 400 |
Corporate Sailing with Ondeck At Cowes Week 2010 |
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Ondeck Corporate Hospitality at Cowes Yacht Haven
Ondeck are proud to offer you and your guests the opportunity to experience the world’s most prestigious sailing event in style.
With more than 40 classes of yachts racing every day and countless thousands of visitors who flock to Cowes to spectate and enjoy the racing and social scene, Cowes Week has rightfully earned its reputation as one of the premiere sailing and corporate hospitality events in the social calendar.
The Ondeck Hospitality Suite is right in the centre of the event villiage which is located within Cowes Yacht Haven. With high exposure brand opportunities to sailors and visitors alike, the suite is versatile and has indoor and outdoor spaces suitable for corporate hospitality, exhibitions, product launches, profile raising events and private parties.
Venue hire includes:
> Private hire and VIP entrance to Ondeck's exclusive hospitality suite for your guests with total capacity of up to 120 people.
> Inside seating area for up to 80 people.
> Outside capacity seated / standing for up to 40 people.
> Fully staffed and event managed with access restricted to pass holders.
> Fully stocked and staffed licenced cash and account bar.
Additional options available include:
> High profile brand exposure opportunities in Cowes Yacht Haven and on our fleet of world class ocean racing yachts
> Yacht racing and spectating
> Helicopter & RIB transfers and spectator packages available
> Photography
> Pay bar or alcohol packages
> Full Catering Options include Outdoor deluxe BBQ, Canapés, 3 course meals, buffet
> Music / live band
Please contact us for availability and to discuss your requirements in detail.
Exclusive RACE charter of a Farr 65 Ocean Racing Yacht (Available on a daily/weekly basis)
This package includes:
> Exclusive charter of a Farr 65
> Up to 18 guests
> Full Event Management
> Race Entry and Fuel
> 3 Professional Crew
> Breakfast, Deluxe Racing Lunch and Afternoon Tea
> Unlimited Tea, Coffee, Bottled Water and Canned Soft Drinks
> Evening crew passes for Cowes Yacht Haven
> Exclusive Ondeck Champagne Reception at the Ondeck VIP Hospitality Suite
> Berthing in Cowes Yacht Haven
> All safety equipment including wet weather gear, life jackets and sun creams.
Exclusive SPECTATING charter of a Farr 65 Ocean Racing Yacht (Available on a daily/weekly basis) £P.O.A
This package includes:
> Exclusive charter of a Farr 65
> Up to 17 guests
> Full Event Management
> Fuel
> 3 Professional crew
> Option for a Charter Host
> Breakfast, 3 course Buffet Lunch and Afternoon Tea
> Unlimited Tea, Coffee, Bottled Water and Canned Soft Drinks
> Evening crew passes for Cowes Yacht Haven
> Exclusive Ondeck Champagne Reception at the Ondeck VIP Hospitality Area
> Berthing in Cowes Yacht Haven
> All safety equipment including wet weather gear, life jackets and sun creams.
Exclusive RACING/SPECTATING charter of a Beneteau 40.7 / Dehler 39 / Hanse 400 Yacht (Available on a daily/weekly basis) £P.O.A
This package includes:
> Exclusive charter Beneteau 40.7, Dehler 39 or Hanse 400 Yacht
> Up to 10 guests
> Full Event Management
> Fuel & Mooring Fees
> 2 Professional crew
> Breakfast, Deluxe Racing Lunch and Afternoon Tea
> Unlimited Tea, Coffee, Bottled Water and Canned Soft Drinks
> Evening crew passes for Cowes Yacht Haven (for the day of your charter)
> Exclusive Ondeck Champagne Reception at the Ondeck VIP Hospitality Area
> Berthing in Cowes Yacht Haven
> All safety equipment including wet weather gear, life jackets and sun creams.
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Three day packages:
FARR 65 £495 ** SOLD OUT ***
40 Footer - berths still available at just £495
Whether you’re an experienced sailor or a complete novice, we are delighted to offer the opportunity for you to take part in Cowes Week 2010 in a variety of different ways. If you have a spare week, day or even only an hour, we can help you get out on the water, and be involved in one of the largest sailing events in the world.
We have individual berths available onboard one of our fabulous Farr 65 Ocean Racing Yachts or one of our 40 footers.
You will train for 1 day to build your race team and get those maneuvers honed before taking part in the official Cowes Week 2010 Race programme on the Saturday and Sunday. Since the yachts will be berthed in Cowes on Friday and Saturday night, you will have plenty of time to celebrate your achievements in the beer tent and see some of the shore side entertainment.
The individual packages include:
> 3 Professional Crew
> Pick up & drop at Cowes
> Accommodation onboard Friday and Saturday nights.
> All food, snacks & drinks onboard
> Crew top
> Beer tent passes for Friday and Saturday nights
> Race entry
> Fuel & mooring fees
> Use of wet weather gear and lifejackets.
> Exclusive Ondeck Champagne Reception in the Ondeck VIP Hospitality area on Saturday night.
Spaces are very limited so call us now to secure your place.
ROCK UP with Ondeck At Cowes Week 2010 |
Rock up at Cowes Week - Single Day Packages
Ondeck are delighted to offer the opportunity to take part in the Cowes Week action by jumping aboard one of our ‘Rock up’ packages.
1-Day Rock up and race packages are available from £195 and can be booked online in advance or simply ‘rock up’ to our stand in Cowes yacht haven and book there.
The Rock up packages are ideal gifts for Birthdays, Fathers day, etc.
The following packages are available in 2010:
| Rock up and Race | |
Onboard a Beneteau 40.7 or a Dehler 39
DATES: Sun 1 - Sat 7 Aug
Package includes:
Professional skipper and mate; Use of all wet weather gear and safety equipment; lunch; unlimited soft drinks, tea, coffee, bottled water; Exclusive Ondeck champagne reception at the Ondeck VIP Hospitality Area |
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Rock Up and Race Cost: £195 - Call us to secure your place |
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Get up close and personal with many of the classes whilst in racing mode, getting those photographs just not possible from the shore. After a short safety briefing you will enjoy at least 45 minutes on the water.
Please Note: Children are very welcome but must be accompanied by an adult on a one-to-one basis |
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Available Dates and Times :
Includes wet weather gear and life jackets - Maximum of 10 places per session.
Rock Up and RIB Cost: £35 per person or £105 for a family ticket (2 adults/2 children) Book Online or Call us to secure your place |
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If you have any questions to ask about our Cowes Week 2010 packages please click here |
Here are some of the well know faces who sailed with Ondeck during Cowes Week 2008:
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Phil Tufnell
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Alan Titchmarsh
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Nick Knowles
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Shelly Jory |
Celia Walden Sailing |
Rosalie Lamming |
Cricketer Phil Tufnell, TV presenters Alan Titchmarsh and Nick Knowles, Womans Powerboat Racing's No 1 Shelly Jory, the Daily Telegraph's 'SPY' columnist Celia Walden and Original 106 FM's Rosalie Lamming.
Read Sailing Today's feature on Ondeck at Cowes Week here (PDF) There are also pictures from the event in the Photo Gallery.










