Back to News

Alan Barnes MBE was part of Fastnet Race rescue operation

By The Editor 16th Sep 2021

One of yachting's greatest challenges, the Fastnet Race is always daring, and always demanding, but in 1979 it was the scene of the greatest disaster in ocean racing history....

New falmouth Jobs Section Launched!!
Vacancies updated hourly!!
Click here: falmouth jobs

25 years ago from the Falmouth Packet: Classic 'blunder' makes sailors fume

Crash near Penryn

Trafalgar Barton Estate, luxury historic holiday homes in Devon, sleeps two, seven, 12 or 21 (Credit: Classic Cottages)

Unlock the magic: Your dream holiday awaits in the heart of Devon's enchanting countryside - perfect for groups, families, and romantic getaways!

2nd Feb 2024

Sign-Up for our FREE Newsletter

We want to provide falmouth with more and more clickbait-free local news.
To do that, we need a loyal newsletter following.
Help us survive and sign up to our FREE weekly newsletter.

Already subscribed? Thank you. Just press X or click here.
We won't pass your details on to anyone else.
By clicking the Subscribe button you agree to our Privacy Policy.

Falmouth Nub News

More ...

Alan Barnes MBE was part of Fastnet Race rescue operation

Prev

Next

Related Articles

Sign-Up for our FREE Newsletter