The world's oldest yacht club has elected its first female 'admiral' or commodore.
Founded in 1720, the Royal Cork Yacht Club in Crosshaven made history with the election of Annamarie Fegan as admiral of the club.
A former coastal rower, Ms Fegan is best known in sailing circles as co-owner of 'Nieulargo' with her husband Denis Murphy and daughters Molly and Mia which won Best Irish Boat in the Fastnet Race last year.
Commenting on her election, Ms Fegan said she stands "on the shoulders of outstanding female members who worked tirelessly for the club but were not given this opportunity".
She said one of her main ambitions is to make sailing more accessible.
"Not everyone can afford to own a boat but every boat needs a crew and we are always looking for crew. Anyone can get involved these days and it's a really great sport."
Sailing is "great for mental health, getting out in the fresh air, and it opens up fantastic opportunities".
"My children (both in their 20s) have travelled teaching sailing.
"Nothing beats the feeling of being on the water - it clears my head. We are lucky here in Cork to have such great facilities for sailing."
In her history of the club, Dr Alicia St. Leger said 'The Water Club of the Harbour of Cork' was founded in 1720 after King Charles of England exiled in the Netherlands was introduced to the Dutch sport of yachting.
