THERE were smiles all round at Stratford Boat Club’s Fun Regatta.
Twenty crews, from groups of friends to work colleagues, took to the water on Saturday after just three hours of rowing training, ably coxed by members of the club’s junior squad, and cheered on by those watching on the banks of the Avon.
Fancy dress was again a major part of the day, with crews dressed as everything from Britney Spears look-a-likes (One M’oar Time), nuns and bishops (White Smoke) and Jedi warriors from Star Wars (May The Oars Be With You) among others.
Regatta organiser Adam Franklin said: “We were heartened by the huge numbers who came to watch, cheer the competitors on and enjoy the spectacle even though the weather was hotter than ideal.
“It may not have been Henley Royal Regatta but we like to think that it was more fun to watch!”
“Through the hard work and all the efforts of club members, we have been able to raise funds for replacing equipment, repairs and maintenance.
“As always, we are especially grateful for the tolerance of those who make their living on the river and to our sponsor Crowne Plaza Stratford.”
Boat club chairman Dawson Curnock thanked town mayor Dani Hunter for presenting the prizes to the winners.
and Stratford Town Council for its continued support.
