Galway Hooker Sailing Club to make waves in France

The Galway Hooker Sailing Club is thrilled to announce its participation in the prestigious Brest Maritime Festival, to take place in Brittany 12th to 17th July 2024.

This marks a significant milestone for the club, as it prepares to showcase its maritime culture on an international stage. A flotilla of three traditional Hooker vessels, representing the rich maritime heritage of Galway, will make the sea voyage to Brest, accompanied by an enthusiastic crew of approximately 40 GHSC crew.

These iconic Galway Hookers, known for their distinctive design and historical significance, will undoubtedly captivate the audience at the festival. The Brest Maritime Festival is renowned for celebrating maritime traditions, and the Galway Hooker Sailing Club is honored to be part of this prestigious event. The club's participation not only highlights its commitment to preserving and promoting traditional sailing methods but also emphasises the strong cultural ties between Galway and Brittany.

Skipper Ciaran Oliver, leader of the Galway Hooker Sailing Club trip abroad, expressed excitement about the upcoming adventure, saying; "We are proud to represent Galway on the international stage and look forward to sharing our maritime heritage with the diverse audience at the Brest Maritime Festival. The journey itself is a testament to the skill and camaraderie of our crew."

The Galway Hooker Sailing Club invites the media and the public to follow their journey and join in celebrating this cultural exchange at the Brest Maritime Festival. Follow Galway Hooker Sailing Club on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter, and visit their website galwayhookersailingclub.ie

For further information and updates, please contact Collette Furey at galwayhookercrew@gmail.com