Henley Regatta was first held in 1839 and has been held annually ever since, except during the two World Wars. In 1851 H.R.H. Prince Albert became the Regatta's first Royal Patron. Since the death of The Prince Consort, the reigning Monarch has always consented to become Patron. This patronage means the Regatta can be called The Henley 'Royal' Regatta.
Henley Royal Regatta 2010 is being held from Wednesday 30th June to Sunday 4th July The Draw for all Events takes place at 3.00 p.m. on Saturday 27 June in Henley Town Hall. The hours during which racing takes place each day vary with the number of entries received but in recent years the following general pattern has proved fairly consistent:
On Sunday the Enclosures are opened at 11.00 a.m. and the Prizegiving Ceremony will be at 4.30 p.m.
Whether your interest lies in the International standard rowing, the sights on the river, the socialising or the food and drink, a day on the Thames at Henley during Regatta week provides something for everyone.
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