Recreational rowing on the Thames. Beginners, new members and visiting clubs welcome.
BBC Oxford TV recently did a piece about flooding on the Thames, and when they wanted to film the effects of flooding on local river users, they came down to Gatehampton for an interview. It ‘s just a pity that they were there because, once again we are flooded, although this time it’s much less severe than it was last year.
All are invited to join Goring Gap Boat Club for an evening with Zac Purchase Olympic oarsman and the launch of the New Boathouse Appeal on Thursday 21st March 2013 at 7.30. Open to non members.
Zac will talk about his Olympic experiences and GGBC committee members will provide a summary of the plans for a new boathouse.
Tickets in advance: £7.50 including wine and cheese. Contact Sally Lightfoot at social@goringgapbc.org.uk for tickets. Download a flyer here: GGBC boathouse appeal with Zac Purchase.
The flood waters have receded (although there are still some deep puddles). We cleared out the shed this morning and as we expected, there wasn’t any significant damage.
We celebrated by going for a row – and subject to the normal risk assessments, regular Saturday and Sunday sessions are back on. We look forward to seeing you on the river – but bring wellies or shoes you don’t mind getting muddy.
The committee have been aware for a while that members have found it slightly tiresome to have to carry boats from the racks to the river. Accordingly arrangements have been made to move the river. Boats can now be launched directly from the racks. We hope all members will appreciate this action taken on your behalf by the rain gods.
Saturday 6th October once again saw a GGBC crew take part in The Founders Head of the River race hosted by the Société Nautique de la Basse Seine in Paris. The weekend was a masterpiece of Anglo-French coordination by Neil and Geoff.
