IOM World Championship

Datchet Water UK 15th – 23rd May 2026

Welcome to the 2026 IOM World Championship Website

Datchet Water Sailing Club and the Model Yachting Association are delighted to welcome you to the IOM Worlds 2026. The event will be held between the 15th and the 23rd May 2026 at Datchet Water Sailing Club. We invite you to join us for world class racing on the water and world famous socials on shore.

Datchet Water is located 15 minutes from London and 5km from London Heathrow Airport the venue is very well placed to host competitors from all around the world. There is a wide range of accommodation options and campervan parking as well as a huge range of hotels which serve Heathrow airport.

There are ample facilities on site including changing rooms, toilets, a café and a bar to make the shore side as comfortable as possible. Transportation will be available through our partners from London Heathrow to the venue.

From our Blog

Event News & Updates

Congratulations to Alexis Carre – IOM World Champion 2026

Congratulations to Alexis Carre on winning the IOM World Championship 2026 at Datchet Water Sailing Club. After an outstanding week of racing against the world’s best International One Metre sailors, Alexis is crowned World Champion 2026 — a fantastic achievement…

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Event Videos

Day 6 Videos

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Day 5 Videos

Day 5 videos from the IOM World Championship 2026

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Day 4 Videos

Day 4 videos from the IOM World Championship 2026

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Event Videos

Day 3 Videos

Watch the latest video update from the IOM World Championship 2026.

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Event Videos

Day 2 Videos

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Event Videos

Day 1 Videos

Watch the latest video update from the IOM World Championship 2026.

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2026 IOM World Championships at Datchet Water Sailing Club UK

Event News & Updates

Sailing Instructions Updated to Version 1b1

The Sailing Instructions for the IOM World Championships 2026 has been updated. It is available for download here or on the event…

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Rooster’s presence at the IOM Worlds

Rooster will be in attendance for the World’s and able to facilitate customised printing of their apparel. They will be…

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Event News & Updates

Sailing Instructions Updated to Version 1a

The Sailing Instructions for the IOM World Championships 2026 has been modified at the request of IOMICA to improve the…

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Event News & Updates

Sailing Instructions Released for the IOM World Championship 2026

We’re pleased to confirm that the Sailing Instructions for the IOM World Championship 2026 have now been released. The Sailing…

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Event News & Updates

Introduction to the IOM Worlds Championships

The 2026 IOM World Championships begins soon. The link below tells you everything you need to know if you would…

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Our Sponsors

THAMES WATER

We are delighted to welcome Thames Water as a sponsor of the 2026 IOM World Championship. Thames Water own the Queen Mother Reservoir at Datchet, the stunning venue that will host this prestigious international event, making their involvement a uniquely fitting partnership.

Their generous support helps us deliver a world-class championship experience for competitors travelling from across the globe. We are proud to have them alongside us as we bring the best of radio sailing to their waters.

JOHN CLEAVE

We are honoured to welcome John Cleave as an individual sponsor of the 2026 IOM World Championship. A Vice President of the Model Yachting Association and a dedicated member for over fifty years, John was among the pioneering skippers who competed at the very first Radio Marblehead Nationals in 1973 and has represented Great Britain at IOM World Championships. His extraordinary contribution to the sport, both on and off the water across more than five decades, has helped shape British radio sailing into what it is today. It is a privilege to have such a legend of our sport supporting this historic championship.

ROOSTER SAILING

Born from a love of dinghy sailing, Rooster® was founded in 1999 by Steve Cockerill with a simple mission: to make high-quality, accessible sailing gear for everyone.

Starting out in his spare room in the UK, Steve relied on friends to help create the very first products – driven by his own frustration at not being able to find kit that truly worked. www.roostersailing.com

RED ANT

Producing championship winning boats that are light, strong and competitive

Whether you’re new to radio yachting, an occasional sailor or looking for an edge over your competition, we take the time to understand your needs.

www.redantradioyachts.com

CATSAILS

Catsails are specialist manufacturers of sails and accessories for performance radio controlled model yachts.

Proprietor Nigel Brown has been sailmaking since 1980 and has worked in some of the top sail lofts across the World including building sails for 4 America’s Cup programmes. www.catsails.co.uk

ROPE SERVICES UK

Operating since 1991, At Rope Services UK, we are a firmly established company based in Houghton-le-Spring in the North East of England. We’re proud to specialise in the manufacture and supply of Traditional Decking Rope & Fittings, Marine Ropes, Twines and Cordage products www.ropeservicesuk.com

ROBOT YACHTS

Model Yacht design and production. Currently producing the BritPop! IOM, Grunge Marblehead and Trance Ten Rater.

www.robotyachts.co.uk

ERA SAILS

Moving into a 3rd decade developing and producing high quality IOM sails whilst trying to squeeze maximum performance out of a flat sheet of mylar film in the pursuit of DF sailing glory.

www.facebook.com/p/ERA-sails-61570991410379/

SAILBOAT RC

Sailboat RC leads the path of development for the most amazing RC sailing experience imaginable! If you truly want to get the biggest fun & highest value for your money and time – simply dive into the IOM class with us and get the taste of our innovative RC sailboats such as the “VISS” or “K2” IOM for example!

www.sailboatrc.com

PULL-OVER

Günter Simen offers custom-fit and practical bags for sailing rigs of the IOM, Marblehead, 10Rater and RG65 classes. Custom-made bags according to customer specifications are also available as the protective bags for boat hulls and keels. Handmade in Germany.
www.pull-over-products.com

SAILSETC

Trading since 1978 SAILSetc is one of the largest suppliers of equipment for radio control sailing. Our range of products is focussed on the four international classes (One Metre, Marblehead, Ten Rater, A Class) as well as the growing number of smaller classes.

www.sailsect2.com

K7 YACHTS AND SAILS

UK and European Stockists of Red Ant Yachts and sails, Servos and Stinger Winches.

Call +44 (0) 7776 231402 or [email protected]

HOUSEMARTIN SAILS

We cater for all the International Classes. We stock a wide range of Mast and Boom materials with Rig and Hull Fittings for all the classes. We stock all the little extras that you will need to complete a fit out a new boat. Contact Us at HousemartinSails

If you are unsure or just need a little help before you order ask us and take advantage of all that experience of sailing against the best skippers in the world.

www.housemartinsails.co.uk

CLAIRE COOKS

We are a catering service based at the Queen Mary Sailing Club, where we run the Club Café and cater for their events, known for delivering delicious food and exceptional service throughout Middlesex, Surrey, and Southwest London.

Fine Dining / BBQ Smoker / Paella / Hog Roasts / Corporate & Event Catering / Canapes / Platters

www.clairecookssurrey.co.uk – 07950 929 552

JOHN GILL RIG GAUGE

How do you check your Rig Tension?

Our device makes it simple and accurate.

Call +44 (0) 7707 667803 or [email protected].

PJ SAILS

Your destination for Quality Radio-controlled racing yachts, sails, and fittings. With a passion for excellence and a commitment to quality, we specialise in crafting top-tier products designed to enhance your racing experience.

www.pjsails.co.uk

SOCH SAILS

The concept of producing sails for the DF65 class came about in October 2014 when we decided to make a suit of sails for one of our own yachts. Previously we had always used other sailmakers to supply our sails, and whilst we’d always been very pleased with the sails that we received we liked the idea of building our own as it brought another element of what we do “in house” and it now allows us an extra element of control over what we do.

www.sochsails.co.uk

RC YACHTS

Our Goal: With our experience and knowledge base – to give our customers the complete experience of radio sailing. To not only supply the latest DF Racing Yachts but to supply the full product resources to keep them sailing and racing with all the latest spares, extras and accessories supplied from stock.

www.radiosailing.co.uk

POTTER SOLUTIONS

Sails, rigs, boat stands, accessories and fittings, including the new range of DF65 and DF95 complete packages. Whatever your requirements, including information and advice, we are always available for a chat. Visit our website where you can easily view and purchase our huge range of products.

www.pottersolutions.co.uk

ICOM

With over 60 years’ experience in the design and manufacture of the most technically advanced two way radio products in the world, Icom has earned a reputation for high quality, innovation and performance. Icom’s extensive range of two way radio, navigational products and systems

www.icomuk.co.uk

MODEL YACHTING ASSOCIATION - GREAT BRITAIN

The Model Yachting Association (MYA) is the representative body for Radio and Free sailing in the UK and has been delegated responsibility for the administration of Radio & Free Sailing within the UK. We are affiliated to, and recognised by, the Royal Yachting Association and the International Radio Sailing Association (IRSA) providing direct links to World Sailing and enabling us to have influence on the rules governing our sport.

www.may-uk.org.uk

Event Information

Race Documents

All the race documents are in one place, click anywhere in this box to find them.

Travel & Stay

All the information you need to find us, travel and stay.

Measurement

Getting your boat measured and what is required.

Entering the Worlds

How to enter and what is required.

Blog

Visit our blog for the latest updates and information on the IOM World Championship 2026!

Results & Highlights

Keep up to date with the latest results from the IOM World Championship 2026.