The Stonehaven Cup     

The historic Stonehaven Cup, now sailed in RS Quests by crews of three between the ages 11–17, will take place from 7 to 12 January 2025 at the Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron.

We look forward to welcoming participants, families, and supporters to this event as we celebrate 95 years of sailing tradition.

Documents and amendments for the 95th Stonehaven Cup can be found the bottom of this page.

95th Stonehaven Cup Program

Date Event Time(s)
Monday 6 January 2025 Early arrival 1200 to 1600 hrs
Tuesday 7 January 2025 Regatta check-in
Equipment inspection
Volunteers briefing
Competitors briefing
2 invitation races – Youth
Welcome BBQ – Yard
0800 to 1200 hrs
0800 to 1200 hrs
1000 hrs
1100 hrs
1255 hrs 1st warning signal
1800 hrs
Wednesday 8 January 2025 Racing 0955 hrs 1st warning signal
Thursday 9 January 2025 Racing 0955 hrs 1st warning signal
Friday 10 January 2025 Reserve Day / Junior Activity Day
(Luna Park)
Stonehaven Teams Dinner
TBA

1830hrs

Saturday  11 January 2025 Racing
Pack up equipment
RSQAA AGM
Presentation & sausage sizzle (free)

1st warning signal 0955 hrs

1300 hrs
Two hours after the completion of last race

Sunday 12 January 2025 Final day for boat/container pickup for interstate competitors All boats and stored items to be clear of the club by 1600hrs