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Coverage of the Oxford v Cambridge Boat Race, which starts in Putney every April. News, guides, and local coverage from Putney.news.
Putney Embankment reopens just in time for the Boat Race
But it's closing again immediately after...
From Putney Bridge to Mortlake: what you’ll see and when on Boat Race day
The full timetable, every checkpoint and the times that tell you it's a fast race.
The Head of the River Race returns to Putney for its 100th anniversary – here is what to expect
Elite rowers including Olympians tackle the 4¼-mile Boat Race course in reverse this Saturday, starting 12:15pm.
Sisters on opposite sides, two Frenchmen in charge: meet the 2026 Boat Race crews
The stories behind 36 rowers setting off from Putney on 4 April.
London Rowing Club balcony almost complete – just the handrails to go
The deep-blue steel structure runs the full width of the Victorian facade — and it will be open for Boat Race Day.
The Half Moon will be back for Boat Race Day – free entry, live music all night
Putney's most famous music venue reopens on 4 April after a full refurbishment.
Cambridge clinches third consecutive double victory at Boat Race
Cambridge triumphs in both men’s and women’s races amid drama, delays, and a rower eligibility row on a sunny day in Putney.
Donna’s Place celebrates 39 years of Boat Race Day tradition on the Putney riverside
Serving burgers, coffee, and community spirit at the Boat Race since 1986.
The Boat Race 2025 – all you need to know about this historic event
Historic university rowing clash returns to the Thames this Sunday with global coverage.