Cork History Matters - Dr Paul McCarthy on 300 Years of Royal Cork Yacht Club Ahead of Volvo Cork Week 2022
Dave Mac's Cork History Matters
Thursday, 7 July 2022 - 42 minutes
Hear many stories culled from the archives of the world’s oldest yacht club, Royal Cork Yacht Club (RCYC), dating back to at least 1720, as told by Dr Paul, including how the club came to be and how it developed over the years from Kinsale to Haulbowline to Cobh and finally Crosshaven. Other stories that tie into and connect with RCYC include Austrian Emperors of Mexico, American 1st World War destroyers and the kindly German U-Boat commanders that destroyed them, as well as many other vignettes that illustrate the wealth of history and prestige connected with the club.
Volvo Cork Week returns to the Royal Cork Yacht Club in Crosshaven from the 10th to 15th of July. Highlights include World Class Racing, a classic yacht regatta, and a Family Fun Day on Sunday 10th July in the club and village, from twelve to five. There’s something for all with a fun fair, boat trips, coastal walks, games, coastal market, and children’s workshop with marine scientist Finn Van De Aar. See Cork Week dot ie. Volvo Cork Week, proudly supported by Cork’s RedFM.
