This is one of the leading international yachting events, in stunning surroundings, with a winning combination of round the buoys and passage racing, supported by an excellent social programme.
Unlike many other events, West Highland Week encourages competitors to enter for individual races if they do not want to take part in the whole Series. Some choose to enter only for the passages races, or just one race – or even a Feeder Race before going off on a cruise.
In addition to spinnaker classes, restricted sail classes are offered which attract skippers with limited experience, crew or equipment. Whilst these classes also suit the yachts with small children aboard, some of the most competitive crew members are the children themselves!
Many of our competitors are infrequent racers, often first timers – the Committee is always delighted to encourage those dipping a toe into racing waters for the first time.
In 2026, we are delighted to announce that our charitable partners are The Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust.
The Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust is a national charity that takes young people aged 8-24 on sailing and outdoor adventures to inspire them to believe in a brighter future living through and beyond cancer.
For many young people, simply picking up where they left off before their diagnosis just isn’t possible. So, when treatment ends, the Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust’s work begins.
Any young person who has been treated for cancer from across the UK can join a transformational four-day or five-day sailing experience from Largs in North Ayrshire or East Cowes on the Isle of Wight.
Young people rediscover what they are capable of again and stop feeling like ‘the only one’ through the friendships they make, boundaries they push, independence they gain, acceptance they find, and the skills they learn.
Because of the Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust, young people start to re-establish their purpose and place in the world, they feel their mental wellbeing improve, and they are inspired to believe in a brighter future.
