Useful Links
British Rowing
British Rowing is the official governing body in England for rowing.
Anti-social Behaviour
Unfortunately instances of anti-social behaviour by members of the public are not uncommon, especially during the summer months. If you experience anti-social behaviour on the river please see the poster below for what to do and how to report it. It is important that any instances are reported to the police so that they build up a picture of what is happening.
MIRC: Anti-social behaviour, what to do.
Alternatively you can use the chatbot feature on the police website.
Towing
For details on the law regarding towing boats or carrying them on a car roof see the following links.
https://www.britishrowing.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/RowingnTrailers-RM-Jun-08.pdf?85af17
https://www.britishrowing.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/TowingGuidance.pdf?85af17
Coxing and rowing on the Tideway
There is a video guide which offers tips and advice on coxing Head Races on the Tideway and is well worth watching.
Also worth watching is this British Rowing video which gives details on navigation rules and how to stay safe on the tidal Thames.