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England's most famous universities square off in this four-mile rowing race which inaugurates the summer season in London. With it being the 158th annual Boat Race, this is one of the oldest sporting events in the world and is a spectacular display of strength and teamwork. Around a quarter of a million fans line the banks of the river to roar their encouragement (add to that 120m who follow the race on TV across the world). There's a great view - and some great pubs - around Furnival Gardens on the north side of the Thames near Hammersmith Bridge. Alternatively, you might like to watch from near the start at Putney Bridge, where the big screens on both banks allow spectators to monitor the race as it heads its way around the first bend. Nearby, at Bishops Park behind the South Stand of Fulham football ground Craven Cottage, you'll find food stalls, family attractions (bouncy castle, face painting and a climbing wall) and a large beer tent.About Putney Bridge
Fine grade II listed stone bridge, opened in 1886, joining Fulham on the north side of the Thames to Putney on the south. Putney Bridge is famous as the start of the annual Varsity Boat Race. It also marks the finish of the annual Head of the River Race. More about Putney Bridge
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52-54 Upper Richmond Road, SW15 | 17 minutes from The 156th Oxford & Cambridge Boat Race
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Events near The 156th Oxford & Cambridge Boat Race
London > Events > Clubbing and Nightlife Dates: Friday 17th February and Friday 24th February 2012 - 5pm
Wahoo, 14 Putney High Street, SW15 | 3 minutes from The 156th Oxford & Cambridge Boat Race
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London > Events > Concerts Dates: Thursday 16th February 2012 - 8pm
Half Moon, 93 Lower Richmond Road, SW15 | 7 minutes from The 156th Oxford & Cambridge Boat Race
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Fulham Palace, Bishops Avenue, SW6 | 7 minutes from The 156th Oxford & Cambridge Boat Race
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London > Entertainment > Theatres
Crisp Road, Hammersmith, W6 | 1.6 miles from The 156th Oxford & Cambridge Boat Race
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London > Entertainment > Live Music
93 Lower Richmond Road, SW15 | 7 minutes from The 156th Oxford & Cambridge Boat Race
The Half Moon is a big pub not far from the riverside in Putney. With its own live music room, it hosts an amazing array of ...More
London > Entertainment > Jazz Clubs
90 Lots Road, SW10 | 37 minutes from The 156th Oxford & Cambridge Boat Race
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Sights and Attractions near The 156th Oxford & Cambridge Boat Race
London > Attractions > Historic Buildings
Bishops Avenue, SW6 | 7 minutes from The 156th Oxford & Cambridge Boat Race
A hugely popular afternoon out for weekending West London families, Fulham Palace is truly beautiful. Originally a country retreat for London's bishops (it only stopped ...More
London > Attractions > Museums
Bishop's Avenue, SW6 | 7 minutes from The 156th Oxford & Cambridge Boat Race
The long history of Fulham Palace, previously home to the Bishops of London, is told through the on-site museum which opened in April 2007. Through interactive ...More
London > Attractions > Attractions for Kids
735 Fulham Road, SW6 | 20 minutes from The 156th Oxford & Cambridge Boat Race
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Shopping near The 156th Oxford & Cambridge Boat Race
London > Shopping > Clothing
64 Fulham High Street, SW6 | 7 minutes from The 156th Oxford & Cambridge Boat Race
The total antithesis of mass-produced, high-street fashion stores, Circa Vintage is a real one-off. Stocking an impressive range of antique garments, from billowing 30s chiffon creations ...More
London > Shopping > Hair and Grooming
612 Fulham Road, SW6 | 19 minutes from The 156th Oxford & Cambridge Boat Race
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London > Shopping > Delicatessens
24-32 Vanston Place, Fulham, London SW6 | 27 minutes from The 156th Oxford & Cambridge Boat Race
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London > Restaurants > Spanish restaurants
32 Putney High Street, SW15 | 4 minutes from The 156th Oxford & Cambridge Boat Race
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London > Restaurants > Italian restaurants
28 Putney High Street, SW15 | 4 minutes from The 156th Oxford & Cambridge Boat Race
Giuseppe Turi has been feeding the well-heeled people of Putney the authentic fine dining Italian experience since 1993. For the full gourmet gluttony try the gratinated ...More
London > Restaurants > South East Asian restaurants
50-54 High Street, Putney, SW15 | 4 minutes from The 156th Oxford & Cambridge Boat Race
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Education near The 156th Oxford & Cambridge Boat Race
London > Education > Arts and Drama
155 Talgarth Road, Hammersmith, London W14 | 1.6 miles from The 156th Oxford & Cambridge Boat Race
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London > Education > Universities and Colleges
15-25 Howie Street, SW11 | 2.1 miles from The 156th Oxford & Cambridge Boat Race
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London > Education > Cookery Courses
275 New Kings Road, SW6 | 14 minutes from The 156th Oxford & Cambridge Boat Race
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Leisure near The 156th Oxford & Cambridge Boat Race
London > Leisure > Parks and Gardens
Bishop's Avenue, SW6 | 8 minutes from The 156th Oxford & Cambridge Boat Race
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London > Leisure > Activities
Ranelagh Gardens, SW6 | 13 minutes from The 156th Oxford & Cambridge Boat Race
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London > Leisure > Spectator Sport
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Pubs near The 156th Oxford & Cambridge Boat Race
London > Nightlife > Pubs
138 Upper Richmond Road, SW15 | 11 minutes from The 156th Oxford & Cambridge Boat Race
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London > Nightlife > Pubs
1-3 Parson's Green, SW6 | 18 minutes from The 156th Oxford & Cambridge Boat Race
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London > Nightlife > Bars
35-37 Battersea Rise, SW11 | 2.2 miles from The 156th Oxford & Cambridge Boat Race
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London > Nightlife > Wine Bars
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Putney Bridge events
Head of the River RaceHead of the River RaceThe Head of the River Race is one of the classic races on the rowing calendar, a warm up for the Oxford vs. Cambridge Boat Race that follows the exact same course backwards, from Mortlake to Putney Bridge along the Thames. There are 420 crews in all, rowing down the 4.25 mile course, testing their willpower and teamwork in this uniquely macho sport17th March 2012Saturday 17th March 2012
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The Head of the River Race is one of the classic races on the rowing calendar, a warm up for the Oxford vs. Cambridge Boat Race that follows the exact same course backwards, from Mortlake to Putney Bridge along the Thames. There are 420 crews in all, rowing down the 4.25 mile course, testing their willpower and teamwork in this uniquely macho sport... More about this event
The 156th Oxford & Cambridge Boat RaceThe 156th Oxford & Cambridge Boat RaceEngland's most famous universities square off in this four-mile rowing race which inaugurates the summer season in London. With it being the 158th annual Boat Race, this is one of the oldest sporting events in the world and is a spectacular display of strength and teamwork. Around a quarter of a million fans line the banks of the river to roar thei7th April 2012Saturday 7th April 2012
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England's most famous universities square off in this four-mile rowing race which inaugurates the summer season in London. With it being the 158th annual Boat Race, this is one of the oldest sporting events in the world and is a spectacular display of strength and teamwork. Around a quarter of a million fans line the banks of the river to roar thei... More about this event
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