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and in the early years of its existence the yachts cruised and raced in in the upper reaches of the Lower Thames. The club subsequently had temporary premises at Greenhithe and Gravesend, but it was not until 1896 that the members found a permanent home at Ramsgate. Since then the club has prospered, and in 1909 had 465 members and 71 honorary members, whilst the fleet numbered 230 yachts. The Royal warrant was granted to the club in 1897, and the Admiralty warrant a year later. The annual regatta, popularly known as "Ramsgate Week," takes place in July, one day being devoted to racing at Deal, where the club has a sub-station. The club has won, and twice successfully defended, the Coupe de France.