The Boat Race | March 31st

Don't miss out on the exciting Boat Race of 2013, this Easter thousands of spectators will line the race course cheering for their side. But why not watch the race on the big screen in Bishop's Park in Fulham and Furnivall Gardens in Hammersmith, Here the all day event will have entertainment, beer tents and plenty of food stalls to make the most of the day.


FYI: The history of the race; two university rowing teams first raced each other in 1829, and the race has been held annually since 1856, with the exception of the World Wars. It's said every member of the Boat Race crews trains for approximately two hours for every stroke they take. It takes about 600 strokes to complete the course meaning they spend 1200 hours, 50 days, 7 weeks, 1.6 months in training.

The 2013 Boat Race takes place at 4.30pm on Sunday 31st March