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On April 7, one of the worldu2019s longest-established sporting competitions takes place. The Oxford & Cambridge rowing teams will display their prowess in the 2019 Boat Race. Throngs of spectators are expected to fill the riverbanks between Mortlake and Putney to witness the 74th Womenu2019s Boat Race and the 165th Boat Race. Both boat competitions take place on the 4-mile long Championship Course.
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London Boat Race 2019 Guide On April 7, one of the world’s longest-established sporting competitions takes place. The Oxford & Cambridge rowing teams will display their prowess in the 2019 Boat Race. Throngs of spectators are expected to fill the riverbanks between Mortlake and Putney to witness the 74th Women’s Boat Race and the 165th competitions take place Championship Course, be the witness of the race while staying at any Kensington Gardens. Boat of Race. the Both 4-mile hotels boat long on near the
About the Event In 1829, during their Easter holidays, 2 friends from Harrow School proposed a rowing match between their respective Henley-on-Thames. The Merrivale of St. John’s College in Cambridge and Charles Wordsworth of Christ Church College in Oxford. Oxford was the victor of the Boat Race during that time. universities were in friends Charles In 1836, the 2ndrace happened in London. From that period onwards, it stayed in the capital. In 1927, the first Women’s Boat Race was held in Oxford. It was only in 1960 when it turned into a regular event that goes on even up to this day. You can also read: The Best Weekend Markets in London Witnessing the Event The event takes place on April 7, 2019 (Sunday) at Bishop’s Park in London SW6. The program reels off at 12:00 pm. The Women’s Boat Race is the first on the program, and it takes place at 2:15 pm. The Boat Race begins at 3:15 pm. The reserve
boats competitions. will be racing between the 2 main You may join the others near the Putney Bridge and become one of the spectators to cheer on the rowers as they set off. You may also visit Craven Cottage and catch the action on big screens. You may look for a suitable Hammersmith Bridge to see the race. You may want to go further west Mortlake, or Barnes to follow the edgy final leg of each race. spot towards near Chiswick, the Good Places to Dine and Drink You never have to worry about where to eat and drink as you watch the exciting Boat Race. There are many pubs to choose from along the course. You may want to try the Crabtree’s all-day hog roast. Savor a succulent barbecue at Black Lion, which is proximate to Ravenscourt Park. You may choose to accompany your barbecue with Sipsmith Distillery’s gin.
You Hammersmith’s old Ship. You may want to drop by Putney and visit the 150-year-old Duke’s Head. may also try some vegan dishes at You may take the Fulham Broadway, Parsons Green, or Putney Bridge tube station to reach the location of the Boat Race. After witnessing an exhilarating event, you may want to relax a bit and comfortable bed. You may want to consider the London House Hotel for your accommodations which is one of the best hotels in Kensington London. It is situated in an ideal location and has a peaceful neighborhood. comfortable rooms. You will surely have a peaceful sleep. on take a nap a It offers cozy and