Overview
Upper Thames Rowing Club was founded in 1963 on the Henley Reach of the Thames, on the site of the old Henley Regatta boom sheds about 500 m from the regatta finish. It was set up as a centre where the best oarsmen from the Upper Thames clubs could row together in competitive crews, and it has entered at least one crew at Henley Royal Regatta every year since 1964. The boathouse holds a fleet of eights, fours, pairs and sculls. Upstairs there is a gym overlooking the river, and visiting crews can arrange training camps. The club runs the Upper Thames Autumn Head, and its riverside lawn and bar are open to the public during Henley Royal Regatta.
- Founded
- 1963
- Federation
- British Rowing
- captain@utrc.org.uk
- Phone
- +44 1491 575745
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Regattas and series
Run or hosted by the club, per the club website. Dates and notices are on the club site.
- Upper Thames Autumn Headnext race 25 October 2026
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No race running right nowSee VesselSOS RacingHistory and achievements
- 1963In April local rowing club captains agree to form Upper Thames Rowing Club; the old Regatta boom shed becomes the first boathouse
- 1964First crew at Henley Royal Regatta, in the Thames Cup
- 1985The first clubhouse is built
- 2005A new boathouse replaces the boom shed, with room for 6 eights, 24 fours and 21 pairs
- 2009Further clubhouse facilities open as part of a £1m redevelopment
- 2024Three women's crews race at Henley Royal Regatta for the first time
Location
- Position
- 51°32.77′ N 0°53.68′ W
51.54619, -0.89460 - Address
- Remenham Lane, Remenham
Frequently asked
When was Upper Thames Rowing Club founded?
In 1963.
Which regattas does the club run?
According to the club website, among others: Upper Thames Autumn Head.