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Advice beginning 7 February 2026 at 09:00 to 7 February 2026 at 16:00. Starting at Bridge 14, Parkend Swing Bridge, ending at Bridge 22, Hempsted Road Swing Bridge.
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| Type | Advice |
| Start Date | 7 February 2026 at 09:00 |
| End Date | 7 February 2026 at 16:00 |
| Start Location | Bridge 14, Parkend Swing Bridge |
| Ends Location | Bridge 22, Hempsted Road Swing Bridge |
Please be advised that a rowing event has been organised by Wycliffe Big Head on Saturday 7th February from 9am until 4pm.
Large numbers of participating boats will travel from Gloucester Boathouse at Hempsted to the marshalling and start point the North of Parkend Bridge.
Boats will race in procession to the finish point approx. 200m south of Rea Bridge.
From there all boats will proceed slowly back to Gloucester Boathouse.
Large numbers of boats will be stationary close into the canal sides at the start points until the races start, at which point they will each turn and race northwards towards the finish line.
The canal will not be closed to traffic, but operators of powered craft are asked to keep right, keep speeds and washes to an absolute minimum and use warning horns in good time if you think that a crew is not aware of your approach.
Please take particular care when approaching and passing crews that are racing and be prepared to heave to close to the bank if necessary.
Visitor Moorings at Hempsted Bridge. The visitor mooring adjacent to Hempsted bridge will be very restricted because of rowing boat movement & GRC requests that boat owners avoid mooring at this location if possible over the weekend in order to minimise any risks. Your patience, understanding and goodwill will be greatly appreciated.
Detailed approximate timings
Morning event: Boats will be moving to their marshalling and start positions from approximately 09.00 until the races begin at approx 10.30am from Parkend Bridge. Racing should be concluded and the canal cleared by approximately 12.30.
Afternoon event: Boats will be moving to their marshalling and start positions from approximately 13.00 until the races begin at approximately 14.30 from Parkend Bridge. Racing should be concluded and the canal cleared by approximately 16.00. Please proceed with care and follow the guidance of the stewards. You are welcome to contact us at [email protected] or 03030 404040 if you would like to discuss this information with a member of our Customer Service Team.