Saturday 7 July 2012

Exeter Regatta postponed due to high river levels - new date Sat 18th August

Torrential rain overnight has raised river Exe almost half a metre. Clubs are being informed. The new date of 18th August will be confirmed shortly.

Friday 6 July 2012

Watch top SW rowers in action at Exeter Quay 7 July



Watch the South West top rowers in action at Exeter Quay on 7 July
Rowers from across the south west will be competing at on Saturday 7 July at Exeter Regatta. 

Paul Wilson Exeter Regatta Chairman said

This year’s event has attracted even more rowers, with clubs from across the south west taking part. Spectators will be able to see 128 races across 54 different sprint events at Exeter Quay.

Rowers from 12 to over 70 are taking part and they are all very competitive. We are expecting some close exciting racing, with the most hotly contested events due to be the fours and sculls. Other events include eights, coxed pairs and double sculls.

With the Olympics just weeks away this is an opportunity to watch and cheer on live championship sports on your doorstep. Rowing final races take place throughout the day. Rowers from the south west have gone on to compete in the national squad.

Mike Wills, Managing Director of Pathfinder Homes said

'The Regatta at Exeter Quay is a great day out for the family. Parents and youngsters can be inspired by the action and families can also relax in the cafes and bars.

Pathfinder is the main sponsor of this fantastic event, and we will also be in attendance at the Regatta with one of our beautiful Holicombe holiday lodges on show. So if you are in the area, make sure to come down for a day full of excitement.


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