Viking Boat Race - Thanks from the teams

Young Vikings Again

Dear Tony,
On behalf of the Isle of Man "Young Vikings Again" I would like to thank you for your hospitality and to also congratulate you and all those concerned on a great event. Having competed at several similar events throughout the UK, which affords us the benefit of comparison, I hope that you will be encouraged to know that Killyleigh 2004 rated with them all, a great foundation from which to develop it into a major attraction. Having spent 30 years racing Longships you may like to know that we are finding an increasing interest in such events, particularly from within Scotland, Ireland and the Isle of Man. We have maintained sufficient interest to stage an event fielding 80 teams since the early 1960's. There is definatly scope there, and with the perfect venue upon the lough you could really take this places.

One of the other major assets that you have is the people of Killyleagh. They were so kind to us and made us so welcome, please pass on our thanks and kind regards.

Many thanks to you all for a great weekend and we look forward to seeing you at next years event.

Keith Horne (Captain, Young Vikings Again).