Head of the River Race
THIS ARCHIVED EVENT ENDED ON THE 17TH MARCH 2012
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Putney Bridge, Between Fulham and Putney, Hammersmith and Fulham, London SW6 3JD
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Dates:
17th March 2012
OPENING TIMES
11am (TBC)
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Free
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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. It is also a particularly nice stretch of the river, so even if you are not that excited by rowing, this is a really nice spot to enjoy a walk or a pint, and watch the boats glide past - hopefully the tides will dictate that the race coincides nicely with an early pub lunch, but you'll have to book early if you want a seat that faces the river.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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The Lodge Hotel
London > Hotels > Mid-Range Chain Hotel Double Rooms: 64% off from £89
52-54 Upper Richmond Road, SW15 | 17 minutes from Head of the River Race
Located in west London's attractive Putney area, the Lodge Hotel offers a superior standard of accommodation, with rooms divided into three categories: standard, executive and luxury. ...More
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52-54 Upper Richmond Road, SW15 | 17 minutes from Head of the River Race
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London > Hotels > Budget Chain Hotel Double Rooms: 40% off from £174
Imperial Road, SW6 | 32 minutes from Head of the River Race
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London > Hotels > Budget Chain Hotel Double Rooms: 40% off from £174
Imperial Road, SW6 | 32 minutes from Head of the River Race
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Stamford Bridge, SW6 | 32 minutes from Head of the River Race
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London > Hotels > Mid-Range Chain Hotel Double Rooms: 83% off from £68
Stamford Bridge, SW6 | 32 minutes from Head of the River Race
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London > Events > Concerts Dates: Wednesday 30th May 2012 - 8pm
Half Moon, 93 Lower Richmond Road, SW15 | 7 minutes from Head of the River Race
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London > Events > Concerts Dates: Wednesday 30th May 2012 - 8pm
Half Moon, 93 Lower Richmond Road, SW15 | 7 minutes from Head of the River Race
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Wilko Johnson
London > Events > Concerts Dates: Thursday 31st May 2012 - 8.15pm-11pm
Half Moon, 93 Lower Richmond Road, SW15 | 7 minutes from Head of the River Race
Pub-rock and rhythm'n'blues by the veteran London-based guitarist and ex-Dr Feelgood member....More
London > Events > Concerts Dates: Thursday 31st May 2012 - 8.15pm-11pm
Half Moon, 93 Lower Richmond Road, SW15 | 7 minutes from Head of the River Race
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Chas Hodges & His Band
London > Events > Concerts Dates: Friday 1st June 2012 - 8pm
Half Moon, 93 Lower Richmond Road, SW15 | 7 minutes from Head of the River Race
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London > Events > Concerts Dates: Friday 1st June 2012 - 8pm
Half Moon, 93 Lower Richmond Road, SW15 | 7 minutes from Head of the River Race
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Riverside Studios - Theatre
London > Entertainment > Theatres
Crisp Road, Hammersmith, London, W6 | 1.6 miles from Head of the River Race
Excellent small studio theatre staging innovative comedy and more serious productions. The Riverside's location on the Thames in Hammersmith makes it the local theatre of West ...More
London > Entertainment > Theatres
Crisp Road, Hammersmith, London, W6 | 1.6 miles from Head of the River Race
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Half Moon
London > Entertainment > Live Music
93 Lower Richmond Road, London, SW15 | 7 minutes from Head of the River 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 > Live Music
93 Lower Richmond Road, London, SW15 | 7 minutes from Head of the River Race
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606 Club
London > Entertainment > Jazz Clubs
90 Lots Road, London, SW10 | 37 minutes from Head of the River Race
Lots Road may be associated with auctions and designer showrooms, but it is also home to the 606 Club. This club will appeal to people looking ...More
London > Entertainment > Jazz Clubs
90 Lots Road, London, SW10 | 37 minutes from Head of the River Race
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Fulham Palace
London > Attractions > Historic Buildings
Bishops Avenue, London, SW6 | 7 minutes from Head of the River 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 > Historic Buildings
Bishops Avenue, London, SW6 | 7 minutes from Head of the River Race
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Museum Of Fulham Palace
London > Attractions > Museums
Bishop's Avenue, London, SW6 | 7 minutes from Head of the River 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 > Museums
Bishop's Avenue, London, SW6 | 7 minutes from Head of the River Race
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Pottery Cafe
London > Attractions > Attractions for Kids
735 Fulham Road, London, SW6 | 20 minutes from Head of the River Race
All Fulham mums know and love the Pottery Cafe - it's practically a rite of passage for new mums to take their babies here to get ...More
London > Attractions > Attractions for Kids
735 Fulham Road, London, SW6 | 20 minutes from Head of the River Race
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Circa Vintage Clothes
London > Shopping > Clothing
64 Fulham High Street, London, SW6 | 7 minutes from Head of the River 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 > Clothing
64 Fulham High Street, London, SW6 | 7 minutes from Head of the River 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
Gina Conway Aveda Salon
London > Shopping > Hair and Grooming
612 Fulham Road, London, SW6 | 19 minutes from Head of the River Race
This excellent hair and beauty clinic on the Fulham Road offers the full range of beauty treatments. Gina Conway is an American born hair and beauty ...More
London > Shopping > Hair and Grooming
612 Fulham Road, London, SW6 | 19 minutes from Head of the River Race
This excellent hair and beauty clinic on the Fulham Road offers the full range of beauty treatments. Gina Conway is an American born hair and beauty ...More
Del Aziz, Fulham
London > Shopping > Delicatessens
24-32 Vanston Place, London, Fulham, London SW6 | 27 minutes from Head of the River Race
Located on a cobbled backstreet in Fulham, Del'aziz is the first all-round Mediterranean delicatessen and brasserie in London. Whether you're after cakes and pastries, a healthy ...More
London > Shopping > Delicatessens
24-32 Vanston Place, London, Fulham, London SW6 | 27 minutes from Head of the River Race
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La Mancha
London > Restaurants > Spanish restaurants
32 Putney High Street, London, SW15 | 4 minutes from Head of the River Race
Spanish cuisine. ...More
London > Restaurants > Spanish restaurants
32 Putney High Street, London, SW15 | 4 minutes from Head of the River Race
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Enoteca Turi
London > Restaurants > Italian restaurants
28 Putney High Street, London, SW15 | 4 minutes from Head of the River 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 > Italian restaurants
28 Putney High Street, London, SW15 | 4 minutes from Head of the River Race
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Wagamama
London > Restaurants > South East Asian restaurants
50-54 High Street, Putney, London, SW15 | 4 minutes from Head of the River Race
Taking inspiration from Japanese ramman-noodle bars, Wagamama is the ultimate in high-quality, fast food. Huge bowls of steaming, soupy noodles, chicken dumplings with a chilli-soy dipping ...More
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50-54 High Street, Putney, London, SW15 | 4 minutes from Head of the River Race
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London Academy of Music & Dramatic Art
London > Education > Arts and Drama
155 Talgarth Road, London, Hammersmith, London W14 | 1.6 miles from Head of the River Race
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London > Education > Arts and Drama
155 Talgarth Road, London, Hammersmith, London W14 | 1.6 miles from Head of the River Race
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Royal College Of Art Sculpture Department
London > Education > Universities and Colleges
15-25 Howie Street, London, SW11 | 2.1 miles from Head of the River Race
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London > Education > Universities and Colleges
15-25 Howie Street, London, SW11 | 2.1 miles from Head of the River Race
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The Kitchen at Parsons Green
London > Education > Cookery Courses
275 New Kings Road, London, SW6 | 14 minutes from Head of the River Race
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London > Education > Cookery Courses
275 New Kings Road, London, SW6 | 14 minutes from Head of the River Race
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Bishops Park
London > Leisure > Parks and Gardens
Bishop's Avenue, London, SW6 | 8 minutes from Head of the River Race
This long strip of parkland running alongside the Thames with views over the river towards Putney gets its name from the former resident of Fulham Palace ...More
London > Leisure > Parks and Gardens
Bishop's Avenue, London, SW6 | 8 minutes from Head of the River Race
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Hurlingham Club
London > Leisure > Activities
Ranelagh Gardens, London, SW6 | 13 minutes from Head of the River Race
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London > Leisure > Activities
Ranelagh Gardens, London, SW6 | 13 minutes from Head of the River Race
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Craven Cottage - Fulham FC
London > Leisure > Spectator Sport
Stevenage Road, London, SW6 | 14 minutes from Head of the River Race
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London > Leisure > Spectator Sport
Stevenage Road, London, SW6 | 14 minutes from Head of the River Race
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Prince of Wales
London > Nightlife > Pubs
138 Upper Richmond Road, London, SW15 | 11 minutes from Head of the River Race
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London > Nightlife > Pubs
138 Upper Richmond Road, London, SW15 | 11 minutes from Head of the River Race
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The Spencer Arms
London > Restaurants > Gastropub
237 Lower Richmond Road, Putney, , London, SW15 | 14 minutes from Head of the River Race
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237 Lower Richmond Road, Putney, , London, SW15 | 14 minutes from Head of the River Race
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The White Horse
London > Nightlife > Pubs
1-3 Parson's Green, London, SW6 | 18 minutes from Head of the River Race
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London > Nightlife > Pubs
1-3 Parson's Green, London, SW6 | 18 minutes from Head of the River Race
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The Establishment Bar & Dining
London > Nightlife > Bars
35-37 Battersea Rise, London, SW11 | 2.2 miles from Head of the River Race
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London > Nightlife > Bars
35-37 Battersea Rise, London, SW11 | 2.2 miles from Head of the River Race
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Artisan & Vine
London > Nightlife > Wine Bars
126 St John's Hill, London, SW11 | 37 minutes from Head of the River Race
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London > Nightlife > Wine Bars
126 St John's Hill, London, SW11 | 37 minutes from Head of the River Race
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Earls Court Conference and Exhibition Centre
London > Business > Venue Hire
Warwick Road, London, Earls Court, London SW5 | 1.7 miles from Head of the River Race
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London > Business > Venue Hire
Warwick Road, London, Earls Court, London SW5 | 1.7 miles from Head of the River Race
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London Wetland Centre
London > Business > Venue Hire
Queen Elizabeth's Walk, London, SW13 | 28 minutes from Head of the River Race
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London > Business > Venue Hire
Queen Elizabeth's Walk, London, SW13 | 28 minutes from Head of the River Race
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Chelsea Football Club and Conference Centre
London > Business > Venue Hire
Stamford Bridge Ground Fulham Road, London, Fulham, London SW6 | 32 minutes from Head of the River Race
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Stamford Bridge Ground Fulham Road, London, Fulham, London SW6 | 32 minutes from Head of the River Race
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