In partnership with Cardiff Bay Yacht Club, PCC is excited to announce the dates for the Shanghai Cup 2026, Bristol Channel IRC Championships and Nimrod Cup.
The popular annual championship, held over two weekends, saw PCC boat Ctrl-J skippered by Andy Williams retain the Shanghai Cup in 2025 for the third consecutive year with Silverback and Gwelio coming in second and third places respectively. The 2025 Nimrod Cup was won by Glad Rags with Pele and Coco following in second and third place.
The Shanghai Cup will use IRC ratings and take place as follows:
- Portishead weekend – 9th/ 10th May 2026
- Cardiff weekend – 23rd/ 24th May 2026
Social events at each location will be communicated at a later date. Note the Nimrod Cup will use NHC ratings and will run on the Cardiff weekend only.
The organising committee have now updated the event website and have posted the Conditions of Entry and Notice of Race on the Race Documents page.
With a discounted early-bird entry fee available for anyone entering before 4th April 2026, members are asked to spread the word as we look forward to two great weekends of competitive racing in May.
If you’re looking to join the action but aren’t a PCC member or don’t have a boat, contact us to find out about the latest crewing opportunities that may be available.
