Event will now be annual (From Barry And District News)

Event will now be annual

ON Saturday, the sea rowing section of Barry Yacht Club hosted a visit by Watchet Sea Rowing Club, who were attempting a sponsored row between Barry and Watchet, in support of the town carnival. The route of around 15 miles crossed the strong currents of the channel - and although the boats are designed for sea rowing, it was nevertheless a challenge for the mixed team of rowers.

The two Watchet boats departed left, accompanied by the Barry club's Celtic rowing longboat and two escort vessels. At half way, the Watchet boats were met by their local safety boats and the Barry boats returned to the club, via Porthkerry bay and the old harbour.

The crossing was completed in three hours 45 minutes - an it agreed this should be an annual sponsored event between sea rowing clubs on either side of the channel.