The Waverley visits the Clyde and surrounding waters every summer and she is a delight to see and a reminder of bygone years. She is the last sea-going Paddle Steamer in the world and will be cruising the Kyles of Bute and Read More …

Fairlie, a small village situated south of Largs, is not a small name in the classic yacht scene. It is well known as the place of origin for the graceful classic yachts designed and built by William Fife & son. Read More …

If you are lucky enough to be coming to Scotland for the Fife Regatta, then consider visiting the recently re-opened Scottish Maritime Museum in Irvine, 18 miles south of Largs/Fairlie, which has an exhibition celebrating the work of the Fife Read More …

You may have had a look at the Gallery page. If you have any photos from previous Fife Regattas, or if you take some during this years spectacle, then please send them to us and we will put them up Read More …

Alastair Houston’s name is synonymous with the Fife Regatta . Alastair and his sister Fiona are the inspiration behind the gathering of the William Fife yachts back on home waters. Both keen sailors, who are particularly attracted to classic yachts, Read More …

On 24th June 1923, the gaff rigged Kentra was first launched at William Fife’s boatyard in Fairlie. Today, almost 90 years later, Kentra again slipped gracefully into the Clyde at Fairlie Quay. It is lovely to see this beautiful Fife Read More …