The weekend of 13/14 August sees two other events with Skiffy connections.
The burgh of Newburgh on Fife’s north coast has been holding Salmon Coble racing since at least 1880. This tradition has been kept alive through to the present day with the annual World Coble Rowing Championship. The Coble rowers have seen that with skiff racing, they can row against other communities around Scotland, and I have been told that I will have their order for a St Ayles kit very shortly.
Skiffies are invited to take part in the Coble Rowing Chamionships, and, if you fancy taking your skiff a little less distance than Ullapool, an exhibition race can be arranged to help them gain more local interest. If you are interested in attending to row Cobles or Skiffs, please contact John Ferrans on 01337 840500.
On the west coast, Cumbrae are hosting Sail & Oar again. Galgael and Royal West are attending, and other skiffy groups are welcome to make their way to Millport, which should be the first public outing of the Millport skiff.
Alec Jordan