is possibly the steepest hill in any regular race, Weeke Hill) and back, and fun races for children are held. Tennis An LTA recognised tournament is held on the courts in Coronation Park and at the Britannia Royal Naval College, with events covering mixed doubles and the normal singles and doubles matches. Sailing Four days of events are held in Start Bay, along with fun sailing in the River Dart. This regatta is one of the largest sailing events in the United Kingdom. The sailing events are organised by the Joint Regatta Sailing Committee (Royal Dart Yacht Club and Dartmouth Yacht Club) under the auspices of the regatta committee. Guardship Traditionally, a Royal Navy vessel attends the regatta as guard ship. In 2008, HMS Argyll (a type 23 frigate) performed the task, following on from her sister ship HMS Somerset the previous year. The regatta has also had visits from the navies of Belgium, France and Argentina (ARA Libertad), among others. The guard ship is open to the public during the regatta, and the crew traditionally take part in a large number of regatta events. Street Market During the Regatta, the road along the river front is closed to allow the Regatta street market (known previously as the "Cheap Jacks") to set up in front of the Royal Avenue Gardens. The market is open only on the Wednesday to Saturday of Regatta week. There is also a craft market in The Old Market place. Steamboat rally Usually, a rally of steam powered vessels, all available for inspection throughout the regatta, is organised in conjunction with the Steam Boat Association of Great Britain. They, with other classic craft, also participate in a review, proceeding down river with a commentary detailing their history. Children's events Pavement artists, crab fishing, ice cream eating competitions and fancy dress competitions all feature. Other events There are numerous other events including: Barrel rolling races Waiters and Waitresses races The International Trolley Race Grand Prix Bungee rowing Spot the Oddity A waterborne tug of war (two boats secured together by a rope at the stern with the teams rowing against each other) Water Polo Fireworks There are two fireworks displays, on the Thursday and Saturday nights. Music Throughout the week there are public performances in the bandstand in the Royal Avenue Gardens. There is a Sundowner concert and an open air Last Night of the Proms held