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NAVIGATION RULES 

During the river closure crews should be in the middle of the river when travelling with the tide and as near the bank as conditions allow when travelling against the tide (note that the river is only closed between Kew and Putney Rail Bridges from ~1hr before the race and until the last boat has crossed the finish line). Outside the river closure: You will find instructions at: www.pla.co.uk  

This applies to both Tideway and non-tideway crews. All coxes must be familiar with the Rowing Code of Practice for the Tidal Thames between Putney and Richmond before boating at any time.  This can be found at http://cms.thames-rrc.org/rowing-on-the-thames/navigation-on-the-river-thames/ Further advice on some of the most common faults is available at http://thamesrc.atics.co.uk/cms/safety-c-geroge-personal-opinion/tideway/hor-advice.html

Incidents whilst boating on the tideway either during the race or otherwise should be reported to the Regional Rowing Council using the online reporting system. http://www.thames-rrc.org/safety . Incidents during the race should also be reported to the race organisers.

AT ALL TIMES YOU MUST TAKE GREAT CARE AROUND ALL BRIDGES & FIXED / MOORED OBSTRUCTIONS.

NAVIGATION AND MARSHALLING INSTRUCTIONS

Crews are reminded that ALL boats must have Boat ID’s see :- Click here for more details.

Navigation and Marshalling instructions - click here

Please ensure that all crews entering the race study these instructions carefully

Comments and suggestions about any aspect of the race to eventsec@wehorr.org

BAD WEATHER?
Please take note of any announcements made by the Control Commission personnel in your area. We will aim to advise crews 2hrs before the Race start time (i.e before crews go afloat) if the start of the race is in question and will also give a time (likely to be within the hour) whether the race will proceed or be cancelled. If you are in any doubt about going afloat please ask.

Prior to race day - please check this website for updated information.

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