Albert Hughes Memorial Boat Race

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Sports & AdventureMeads Bay
DatesDates TBA · Usually JuneCheck locally before booking
Duration1 dayListed event span
Crowd-Public scale varies
Best forCompetition, enduranceFew of Anguilla's memorial boat races carry
LanguageLocal language; English access variesCurrency: XCD
CategorySports & AdventureFestival type
The story

Albert Hughes Memorial Boat Race in Meads Bay

A June A Class boat race at Meads Bay honouring Captain Albert Hughes, a 27-year Anguillian political leader and owner of the legendary racing boat Light and Peace, founded by his family on his 100th birthday anniversary in 2019, continuing his own sailing legacy each year.

The Albert Hughes Memorial race honours a man whose life was woven into both Anguillian politics and its sailing culture: Captain Albert Hughes, who served his West End community and country for 27 years as an Elected Representative, Minister and Parliamentary Secretary, while also owning Light and Peace, one of the legendary racing boats in Anguilla's traditional A Class fleet.
Your trip starts here
What is special

The part that makes it specific.

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The place changes

Few of Anguilla's memorial boat races carry as direct a personal connection as this one: Albert Hughes wasn't just honoured by the race, he was himself an A Class boat owner and competitor, making the tribute a genuine continuation of his own sailing life rather than an outside honour

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The mystery stays covered

Founded on his 100th birthday anniversary rather than a death date, the race carries a deliberately celebratory rather than mournful character, and stands as a lasting tribute to his 27 years of public service

Traditions & symbols

The language of the festival.

What moves first

Living ritual

Hughes' family founded the race specifically to mark his 100th birthday anniversary in 2019

Water and renewal

Living ritual

and it continues each June as an intentional living tribute to both his political service and his own sailing career

Before you go

Essential information

When to go

Dates TBA · Usually June

Getting around

For Albert Hughes Memorial Boat Race, plan transport around the exact Meads Bay venue, route or gathering point rather than the city name alone.

What to wear

Beachfront casual: swimwear, sandals and sun protection for a day watching from the Meads Bay shoreline.

Safety

Keep valuables light, follow local instructions, and watch how residents use the space before joining in.

Where to stay

For Albert Hughes Memorial Boat Race, stay near the part of Meads Bay you will actually use, with reliable return transport.

Tickets/cost

Check official or local sources for ticketed areas, paid stands, and same-year access rules.

Language/currency

XCD

Family friendly

unknown

Interactive map18.18 N, 63.14 WOpen in Google Maps

Meads Bay, Meads Bay, Anguilla

Nearest airportSXM — Princess Juliana
TransportFor Albert Hughes Memorial Boat Race, plan transport around the exact Meads Bay venue, route or gathering point rather than the city name alone.
Stay areaFor Albert Hughes Memorial Boat Race, stay near the part of Meads Bay you will actually use, with reliable return transport.

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FAQ

Quick answers.

When is Albert Hughes Memorial Boat Race?

Albert Hughes Memorial Boat Race is listed for Past edition: 21 June 2026. Always re-check the official or local source close to travel.

Where does Albert Hughes Memorial Boat Race take place?

The festival is listed in Meads Bay, Anguilla. The map coordinate is a planning reference, not a guarantee of a ticket gate or exact venue.

How long should I plan for?

One day is the listed festival span. Add time for arrival, local transport, queues, and any route changes during the event.

Is a source linked?

Needs editorial review. Eventisimus separates source confidence from travel suggestions, so check final details before booking.

Where exactly is it?

Meads Bay, Meads Bay, Anguilla

Is it family friendly?

unknown

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About this guide

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