Reading Amateur Regatta

Reading Amateur Regatta 1842 - one of the UK's premier head-to-head regattas. Side-by-side racing on

The Reading Amateur Regatta brings exciting rowing to the Thames in Reading. The Regatta has a long history ( it was established in 1842) and is now recognised as a major Regatta leading up to Henley Royal Regatta. As such, results achieved by crews at the Reading Amateur Regatta contribute to Henley qualifying status. In addition, with the regatta being held in the weekend before Henley Women’s R

10/05/2026

A fantastic result

30/04/2026

Good luck to everyone racing at BUCS over the next 4 days.
Hope to see some of you at Reading Am on 13-14 June!

Photos from Reading Amateur Regatta's post

24/04/2026

Entries are now open for the 2026 edition of Reading Amateur Regatta 1842!

15/06/2025

We were delighted to welcome the Mayor of Reading today.
We hope she enjoyed visiting and finding out more about Reading Amateur Regatta 1842.

15/06/2025

Medals and trophies at the ready, as we get to the pointy end of the morning division's racing!

15/06/2025

Racing has started for Day 2!

14/06/2025

The sun setting on Regatta Saturday.
What an AMAZING day!
Good conditions all day, top-notch racing and some nail-biting results.
Couldn't ask for anything more.
Join us tomorrow for more great two-lane racing on the River Thames.

14/06/2025

The bacon sandwiches are amazing by the way.
Come down and try one!!