Watersports Events in East Anglia

Huntingdon Regatta brings a full day of side-by-side racing to the Great Ouse, with events for juniors, seniors, and masters crews alike.

Dive into Round 2 of the Box End Mass Start Swim at the stunning Box End Park in Bedford — a brilliant open water challenge for swimmers of all levels.

Join hundreds of swimmers at Box End for the second mass start swim of the season in July, a buzzing open water event suitable for various abilities.

Swim England East Region’s official open water championships at Whitlingham Lakes near Norwich.

A highlight of the summer rowing calendar, St Neots Regatta offers exciting multi-lane racing on the Great Ouse in the heart of Cambridgeshire.

Summer regatta on the River Stour at Sudbury, Suffolk. A relaxed club regatta in the heart of East Anglia.

Dive into Round 3 of the Box End Mass Start Swim at Box End Park, Bedford — a popular open water swimming series set in one of the UK’s best inland swim venues. Perfect for swimmers looking to test their endurance in a friendly, competitive atmosphere.

Take on the Great Ouse Marathon from Ely, a classic long-distance rowing event through the Cambridgeshire fenlands. A true test of endurance and a unique way to experience the waterways of East Anglia.

Long-distance rowing race on the Great Ouse at Ely. A September marathon fixture for crews looking for an endurance challenge in the Fens.

Return to the Cam in September for this popular autumn regatta in Cambridge, offering great side-by-side racing as the new rowing season gets underway.

Autumn head race on the River Cam. Cambridge-based clubs and visiting crews race in this time trial through the city.