North East Windsurfing (N.E.W.S) Events

North East Windsurfing (NEWS) is the North East division of the United Kingdom Windsurfing Association (UKWA) covering the North East of England, Scottish Borders and North Yorkshire.

What does NEWS do?

NEWS organises and runs an annual regional race series for windsurfers using various sailing clubs in and around the regions borders. Racing takes place in the nationally established classes of:

• Formula

• Raceboard

• RS:X

• Techno (all classes)

There are also T15 junior classes and a Club Class devoted to the novice and / or local club competitor.

What's the Format of an Event?

Events are staged over a weekend with a minimum of 3 races being held each day. A competitor’s best 3 results are used to determine the final finishing positions. While you don't have to be a NEWS member to enter an event, membership ensures your result from each event is carried forward and used to calculate an overall series result.