HAMMERSMITH HEAD
A Spring Head Race on the Tideway in London
Auriol Kensington Rowing Club hosts this head race in the spring each year. Raced between Chiswick and Hammersmith Bridges on the outgoing tide. The event is open to Eights, Quads and Fours in selected Open, Women's and Junior categories
Details for AKRC can be found at www.akrowing.com​
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2026 Results
The final results are now available to download.
We would like to thank all our volunteers, without whom we would not be able to run the event.
Thanks to all our competitors for some close racing and some fast times. We hope to see you again next year.
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NEXT RACE
Sunday 28th February 2027 - Start 10.00
Closed River Course: Chiswick Bridge to Hammersmith Bridge (approx. 2 3/4 miles)
Held under British Rowing Rules of Racing and the Rowsafe code
Future Dates
Sunday 20th February 2028 - Start 12.30
Sunday 25th February 2029 - Start 13.15 (TBC)
Sunday 24th February 2030 - Start 09.00 (TBC)
QUICK LINKS FOR COMPETITORS
2025
The race is run in early spring and conditions on the Tideway can be challenging. With 300 boats on the water it is essential that all crews are aware of the rules and where they need to be at any time to ensure a safe and enjoyable event
Please read all documentation on the Information for Competitors page and ensure all your competing crews and coxswains are fully briefed
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