Cornish luggers gather for historic regatta

9:25 PM Thu 2 Jun 2011 GMT

'Giant lugger La Cancalaise expected tonight' .

There's nothing more splendid than seeing classic boats lovingly restored, back on the water, and the Cornish lugger is one of the favourite icons of Britain's sailing/fishing past. So once again this year the very picturesque Looe Bay in Cornwall will be filled with classic sailing/fishing boats. What a sight! It's happening over this weekend, with most boats having already arrived today(Friday 3 June). The craft will indulge in some races in the bay on Saturday and Sunday, weather permitting. Some of these boats are over 100 years old and provide a colourful ...

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