Where to Watch

Whether you're on shore at Southsea seafront or on the water on Saturday 25 July, watching the Clipper 2025-26 Race Grand Finale will be an unforgettable experience. After over 40,000NM and 11 months of ocean racing, join the celebrations as the fleet comes home.

Grand Finale

Watch on shore

Take your position at some of Portsmouth and Southsea’s best vantage points, and feel the excitement as the race fleet returns home. There are some great viewing locations within walking distance from Gunwharf Quays, with Southsea seafront offering the best views.

Don't forget to collect your Clipper Race flags to cheer as they come home!

Viewing Locations

DISTANCE FROM GUNWHARF QUAYS

Find a great spot to watch the action along the seafront at Southsea; perhaps the Round Tower, around Clarence Pier or next to Southsea Common.

  • Battery Wall // 15 mins (0.6 miles)

  • Hotwalls Beach // 15 mins (0.7 miles)

  • Round Tower // 15 mins (0.7 miles)

  • The Point // 17 mins (0.8 miles)

WATCH ON THE WATER

Watching from the water offers a unique vantage point, allowing you to be part of the action and celebrate this incredible race.

For an unbeatable view of the Clipper 2025-26 Grand Finale, recreational boat owners are invited to take to the water and be part of the excitement as the fleet returns to Gunwharf Quays after its eleven month circumnavigation.

Don't have your own boat but still want to watch from the water? No problem! Join us on board an official spectator boat.

SPECTATE ON YOUR OWN BOAT

25 July

Join a flotilla of fellow spectators and witness the ten Clipper 70 yachts return home after their epic circumnavigation of the globe, from one of the best vantage points; your own vessel. It’s the perfect way to soak up the atmosphere, feel the energy of the Grand Finale, and be right at the heart of this extraordinary moment in maritime history.

If you're joining a flotilla of fellow spectators on your own boat, please download the guidance below.

OFFICIAL SPECTATOR BOATS

25 July

Join us on board our official spectator boat and be at the heart of the action!

Soak up the atmosphere from the water and get ready to cheer as the fleet comes home.

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