The Xchanging Boat Race
THIS EVENT ENDED ON THE 26TH MARCH 2011
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England's most famous universities square off in this four-mile rowing race which inaugurates the summer season in London. This is the 157th annual Boat Race and following their win last year, Cambridge have extended their aggregate lead to 80-75 (there was a controversial dead heat in 1877). The Dark Blues of Oxford have been the dominant force since the Millennium, winning seven of the 11 outings. But last year's win by a length-and-a-third by the Light Blues denied their rivals three successive victories. While the result means little to most Londoners, it's a spectacular display of strength and teamwork, and 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 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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London > Hotels > Mid-Range Chain Hotel from £93 37% off
52-54 Upper Richmond Road, SW15 | 14 minutes from The Xchanging Boat 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
London > Hotels > Budget Chain Hotel from £44 29% off
Smuggler's Way, SW18 | 19 minutes from The Xchanging Boat Race
There are very few hotels in this sort of price range in London that put you so close to such an attractive stretch of the river. ... More
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Imperial Road, SW6 | 26 minutes from The Xchanging Boat Race
Located at Imperial Wharf, the Double Tree by Hilton Hotel London - Chelsea is nearby to the chic Kings Road and Chelsea Harbour. Famous London attractions ... More
London > Events > Concerts Dates: Sunday 20th August 2017 - 8pm
The Xchanging Boat Race, 93 Lower Richmond Road, SW15 | 6 minutes from The Xchanging Boat Race
The ukulele and double bass pairing of Sheffield-based Tim & Jake Smithies plays old blues, Americana and swing numbers. Support from Don't Tell Smith....More
London > Events > Concerts Dates: Wednesday 23rd August 2017 - 8pm
The Xchanging Boat Race, 93 Lower Richmond Road, SW15 | 6 minutes from The Xchanging Boat Race
Guitarist Michael John Ross leads his rock group playing self-penned material and covers. Support by Altai Rockets....More
London > Events > Concerts Dates: Thursday 24th August 2017 - 8pm
The Xchanging Boat Race, 93 Lower Richmond Road, SW15 | 6 minutes from The Xchanging Boat Race
Self-penned modern rock tunes from the Dartford-based threesome. Support from Limb To Limb, The Blacklist and Emertia....More
London > Entertainment > Live Music
93 Lower Richmond Road, SW15 | 6 minutes from The Xchanging 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 > Theatres
Ravenna Road, SW15 | 11 minutes from The Xchanging Boat Race
Set up by Maurice Copus, a teacher at Southfields School, in 1959, Putney Arts Theatre has a long history of staging fringe theatre ... More
London > Entertainment > Jazz Clubs
90 Lots Road, SW10 | 31 minutes from The Xchanging Boat 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
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London > Attractions > Historic Buildings
Bishops Avenue, SW6 | 6 minutes from The Xchanging 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 | 6 minutes from The Xchanging 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 | 16 minutes from The Xchanging Boat 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
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London > Shopping > Clothing
64 Fulham High Street, SW6 | 6 minutes from The Xchanging 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 > Specialists
Bishops Park Tennis Centre, Bishops Avenue, SW6 | 8 minutes from The Xchanging Boat Race
A rose-nosed reindeer walks into a bar and the elf barman says: "Why the long face?" Rudolf duly replies: "I've got pines and needles". Yes, yes... ... More
London > Shopping > Hair and Grooming
612 Fulham Road, SW6 | 16 minutes from The Xchanging Boat 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
Restaurants near The Xchanging Boat Race
London > Restaurants > Italian restaurants
3B The Piazza, 30 Brewhouse Lane, SW15 | 2 minutes from The Xchanging Boat Race
A stone's throw from the banks of the Thames, Caparossa hosts a charming Mediterranean setting, perfect to serve the traditional delicacies from Southern Italy. Delightful charcuterie ... More
London > Restaurants > French restaurants
30 Brewhouse Lane, Putney Wharf, SW15 | 3 minutes from The Xchanging Boat Race
Bringing a much-needed flavour boost to Putney, Bistro Vadouvan is a unique concept that blends the essence of classic French cuisine with ... More
London > Restaurants > South East Asian restaurants
50-54 High Street, Putney, SW15 | 3 minutes from The Xchanging Boat 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
London > Education > Universities and Colleges
1 Hester Road, Battersea, London SW11 | 2.1 miles from The Xchanging Boat Race
The £21 million Dyson Building makes up the largest part of the purpose-built Battersea campus of the prestigious Royal College of Art. Located at 1 Hester ... More
London > Education > Evening Classes
23 Kensington Square, Kensington, London W8 | 2.5 miles from The Xchanging Boat Race
Evening and weekend classes in life drawing and painting, taught by tutors from the Slade School of Fine Art and the Royal Society of British Sculptors. ... More
London > Education > Arts and Drama
155 Talgarth Road, Hammersmith, London W14 | 32 minutes from The Xchanging Boat Race
LAMDA is among the most famous and prestigious acting schools in the world. It is very hard to be selected for a course here, but almost ... More
Leisure near The Xchanging Boat Race
London > Leisure > Parks and Gardens
Bishop's Avenue, SW6 | 7 minutes from The Xchanging Boat 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 > Activities
Ranelagh Gardens, SW6 | 10 minutes from The Xchanging Boat Race
If you know anyone who's a member of The Hurlingham Club get them to take you there. A true gem in the middle of Fulham, the ... More
London > Leisure > Spectator Sport
Stevenage Road, SW6 | 12 minutes from The Xchanging Boat Race
The much-loved, ramshackle home of Fulham FC, Craven Cottage gets its name from the royal hunting lodge that used to sit where the centre circle of ... More
London > Nightlife > Pubs
8 Lower Richmond Road, SW15 | 4 minutes from The Xchanging Boat Race
Messing about on the river is all very well but sometimes it's even better to watch others doing it while you get the pints in. And ... More
London > Restaurants > Gastropub
8 Lacy Road, Putney, SW15 | 5 minutes from The Xchanging Boat Race
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Nightlife near The Xchanging Boat Race
London > Nightlife > Bars
461 North End Road, SW6 | 22 minutes from The Xchanging Boat Race
Hidden below Hanger SW6, Below The Cut is a drinking den for meat lovers with liquor and cocktails served alongside bar snacks that champion a forgotten ... More
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London > Business > Venue Hire
Hammersmith Road, Kensington, London W14 | 2.1 miles from The Xchanging Boat Race
Times have changed since the Olympia first flung open its doors to the public on Boxing Day 1886 for the Hippodrome Circus, with the promise of ... More
London > Business > Venue Hire
Stamford Bridge Ground Fulham Road, Fulham, London SW6 | 27 minutes from The Xchanging Boat Race
What a difference a game makes... at the end of 1993, a couple of surprise results lifted the Blues out of mid-table and into the Champions ... More
London > Business > Venue Hire
Warwick Road, Earls Court, London SW5 | 33 minutes from The Xchanging Boat Race
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