People Whitby Regatta public meeting to help next year's big event take shape By Duncan Atkins Comment Published 11th Nov 2024, 09:11 GMT Spectacular fireworks display at this year's Whitby Regatta. picture: Simon McCabe Photography. It might not be until next August next year but Whitby Regatta organisers are already busy behind the scenes – and they want you to get involved.

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This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Notice and Terms of Service apply. That’s why they have arranged a public meeting at Whitby Rugby Club on Tuesday November 19 at 7pm. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Following the latest regatta, many people have been in touch with the committee via email and social media with offers of help and support.

Now the committee has held its review meeting of the 2024 event, they’re inviting those people to join them for an informal meeting at the rugby club. There will be talk of fundraising opportunities for next year’s event, as well as discussions on the potential return of the greasy pole as well as ideas for the parade and rekindling some favourite events, and starting new ones. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide A.