Our History
Roses
Every year we take on Lancaster in the Roses Boat Race
Since its inception in 1965, the event has evolved to become the Roses Tournament — an annual varsity between Lancaster and York involving over 30 sports teams
In the 2024/25 season, we are coming off the back of a convincing 14-2 win against LUBC
Roses 2025 will be held on Home Waters
The early years
The Boat Club was founded in October 1963 during the first month of activity of the newly established university. It was first hosted by York City Rowing Club which graciously allowed the students to use their equipment for no charge.
In March 1965, the club entered its first competition: The Yorkshire Head of the River which took place in York.
More recently…
The club has appeared numerous times at Henley Royal Regatta, most recently qualifying for the Temple Challenge Cup in 2011, 2017, 2021 and 2023.
The senior women's squad has been largely very successful at Henley Women's Regatta, qualifying for the main draw in June of this year.
The club partakes in various different races all around the academic year catering to those who are wanting to compete at various different levels.