Tuesday, 19 July 2011

Tall Ship race

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The Clipper 'Round the World' race starts at Ocean Village next week.

Headline bands will be rocking the city for the kick-off weekend of the world’s longest yacht boat race, which departs from Southampton on July 31.

Big names such as Toploader, Delays and Parade are entertaining during the free Clipper Race weekend held in Ocean Village in Southampton July 28-31.

Headline band Toploader feature on Friday evening.The band is making a comeback from the 90s and 00s, known for hits such as “Dancing in the Moonlight”. Local Southampton indie group Delays is performing on Saturday. One of the hottest teen idol bands, Parade, will also be performing. The five-piece girl band last year toured with Shakira and debut single “Louder” was in the top 10 of the UK singles chart.

The 10 yachts depart from Southampton on Sunday July 31 on their 40,000 mile race, which is set to last for 12 months.
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  1. jfb5719 July 2011 at 15:31

    I remember when the Tall Ships Race started out from Southampton. It is great to see lots of crafts in the Solent all getting ready to race. Hope you will all go & see it!
    Mrs Skinner

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