Rowing
Published on: 17th August 2011
Rowing has evolved over centuries from a means of propelling warships to a popular hobby and spectator sport.
Today, 55,000 people in the UK participate in rowing at least once a week.
More than 300 British Rowing events and activities take place each year.
It’s not all about the racing - recreational rowing is just as popular as competitive rowing.
There are over 520 British Rowing clubs in the UK catering for all ages and abilities at the same time as offering many different types of rowing.
New to rowing? Visit our guide on how to
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