Start: Sat 4th Apr 26 End: Sat 4th Apr 26

Open House & Bluewater Day 2026

Contest Yachts is hosting its annual Open House, combined this year with the inaugural Bluewater Day, taking place on Saturday 4 April 2026, from 10am to 5pm. This relaxed and informative event offers a rare chance to explore the brand’s exceptional range of luxury cruising yachts.

Join us to be among the first to experience the impressive 17-metre Contest 56CS, recently named European Yacht of the Year 2025, alongside the striking 19-metre Contest 63CS.

Throughout the day, the World Cruising Club team will host engaging sessions, sharing insights into their expanding programme of ARC rallies, including ARC, ARC+, ARC Europe, World ARC and ARC Baltic – perfect if you’re considering extended cruising or ocean adventures.

A wide selection of Contest yachts, ranging from 13 to 26 metres, will be on display both afloat and ashore. You will also have the unique opportunity to step inside the yard and see yachts at various stages of construction – from early composite moulding and outfitting through to final delivery. Live demonstrations of Contest’s single-shot vacuum injection moulding process will offer a deeper understanding of the craftsmanship behind each yacht.

A number of Contest’s trusted partners – specialists in sails, rigging, engines, electronics, interior finishes, spars, deck hardware and insurance – will also be there offering expert advice and informal conversations, alongside a programme of talks running throughout the day.

In addition, a curated selection of Contest and CB Selections brokerage yachts will be available to view, both in the water and inside the heated halls, where raised walk-around platforms make for easy access on board.

View the Contest Yachts Range

Models from across the 13 to 26-metre range will be on show to inspect and tour both in the water and in the yard following the construction process – right through from the start of composite moulding and outfitting to final delivery, including demonstrations of the yard’s unique single-shot vacuum injection moulding process.