Monmouth Winter Head
Sun, 6 Dec 2026 · Monmouth
Wrap up the rowing year at the Monmouth Winter Head in December, a chilly but rewarding time trial on the River Monnow for hardy crews closing out the season.
Key Details
- Date
- 6 December 2026
- Location
- Monmouth
- Distance / Category
- Rowing - Head Race
- Organiser
- Club/Local
- Discipline
- Rowing
- Region
- Wales
Entries are handled on the organiser’s own website.
What to Bring
A recommended kit list for rowing events like Monmouth Winter Head:
- ▸A 5-year-guaranteed Ultra Dry bag to keep kit dry
- ▸Kit layers and a change of clothes
- ▸Water bottle and nutrition
- ▸Blister plasters and tape
- ▸Phone and valuables kept dry on the bank
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