Where do you park for Henley Regatta?
Henley Cricket Club is the ideal place to park for the Henley Royal Regatta:
- Perfectly situated and a friendly atmosphere;
- About 2 mins walk to the Leander Club and 4 mins walk to the Stewards Enclosure;
- A welcoming Pavilion and bar serving alcoholic and soft drinks at reasonable prices;
How long is the Henley rowing course?
1 mile 550 yards
The traditional length of the Course is 1 mile 550 yards which was the longest distance of open water that could be obtained in 1839 on the Henley Reach. The distance from the start-line to Remenham Barrier is 2,089 feet, to Fawley 3,435 feet and to the winning post 6,930 feet, which is 1 mile 550 yards.
What time does Henley regatta start?
Friday | 1 July – 10:00 am – 7:30 pm. Saturday | 2 July – 10:00 am – 7:30 pm. Sunday | 3 July – 11:00 am – 5:00 pm.
How many days is Henley regatta?
five days
The regatta lasts for five days (Wednesday to Sunday) ending on the first weekend in July. Races are head-to-head knock out competitions, raced over a course of 1 mile 550 yards (2,112 m). The regatta regularly attracts international crews to race.
Can you watch Henley Regatta for free?
It is free to enter and has an array of facilities including public toilets. Spectators can also access the footpath along the river so they can watch from any point along the course. Relax with a drink and some food, watch the crews compete, listen to the race commentary and take home a memento of your day out.
What do you do at Henley Regatta?
The Regatta attracts thousands of visitors over the week, and spectators are thrilled by over 300 races of an international standard, which can include Olympic rowers, as well as crews new to the event.
What time does the Henley Regatta start?
Can you watch Henley regatta for free?
Can you go to Henley Regatta for free?
Since the Regatta owns most of the riverbank and parking area on the Oxfordshire side and some of it on the opposite Buckinghamshire side, you really do need to buy a ticket to see the race.