Don't Miss The Great River Race

Chiswick Pier is a great vantage point

Head down to Chiswick Pier to watch the Great River Race on Saturday 8 September.

The race begins at Docklands at 9.50am on a “slowest first, fastest last” handicap basis. The first boats should be passing Chiswick Pier by 11.45 with the winner arriving at Ham by around 13.00.

The race is part of the Totally Thames Festival.

Around 330 crews from all over the globe take part – all traditional style with a minimum of 4 oars or paddles and carrying a cox and passenger.

Chiswick Pier House will be open from 11.00am and hot and cold refreshments including wine and beer will be on sale.

August 31, 2018