The Isles of Scilly is the home of the World pilot Gig Championships, held here every year on the May Bank Holiday weekend.
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World Pilot Gig Championships 2026
The first World Pilot Gig Championships were held in 1990, with only a few crews from Cornwall attending. This included clubs such as Newquay, Fowey and Truro. Now hundreds of clubs from all over the country are invited.
There are several races over the weekend, starting on the Friday with the Men’s and Woman’s Vets (+40), Super Vets (50+), Masters (60+) and Under 25’s! The Saturday and Sunday see the Men and Woman’s Open Race (16+).
Click here for more information on the World Pilot Gig Championships 2026, including timetables, registration and race rules.
St Mary's Gig Club 