Head of the River Race

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Head of the River Race

Boat race along the river Thames

London Rowing Club Embankment
(River Thames)
London, London SW15 1LB
+44 (0)20 8253 1009 (Tourist Information Center)
http://www.horr.co.uk/

Not as famous as the collegiate Oxford v Cambridge Boat Race, this race involves 420 teams, 65 of whom are from outside the UK. The best view is from Chiswick or Hammersmith Bridge as sometimes the whole width of the Thames is filled with boats, and you can hear all the coxes shouting at once. Starting times are usually in the early afternoon. Look out for supporters of the University of London teams, and join in the vocal support!

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Head of the River Race Photo: Trubble

Head of the River Race photo by Annie Christiansen

Head of the River Race Photo: Annie Christiansen