Lowestoft Rowing Club
Rowing on the WAVENEY SINCE 1977
Welcome to Lowestoft Rowing Club
We’re a small, friendly, volunteer-run club with a real passion for rowing and the beautiful Broads. Whether you’re looking to get fit, learn something new, enjoy being on the water or simply meet a great bunch of people, there’s a place for you at Lowestoft Rowing Club.
We row from our purpose-built boathouse on Oulton Broad, with the River Waveney and southern Norfolk Broads right on our doorstep. It’s a fantastic setting for rowing, with miles of beautiful water to explore and plenty of opportunities to train, improve and race.
Great water, great rowing and a friendly club to be part of. Come and discover what rowing on the Broads is all about.
Try Rowing
Curious about rowing? Come and give it a try — we’d love to get you on the water and share our passion for rowing.
Join The Club
Already have some rowing experience? Come and join us on the beautiful waters of Oulton Broad. Get in touch to find out about membership.
What's Happening
Club nights are currently Wednesdays and Sundays from 6pm. From October, rowing will move to Sunday mornings.
Row Your Way
Row For Fitness
Rowing is a full-body workout that gets you moving without the monotony of the gym. Whether you’re building fitness, improving technique or simply looking for a new challenge, every session gets you stronger and fitter.
Row For The Adventure
Recreational rowing is about exploring and enjoying our waterways. Take part in club rows, discover new waterways and, for those who fancy going further, join the British Rowing Tour to experience some of the country’s best places to row.
Row For The People
Rowing brings people together. There’s the camaraderie of a crew, the friendships made at the club and the conversations before and after a session. Whether you’re rowing hard or just enjoying being out on the water, you’re part of something bigger.
Row To Compete
If competition is your thing, rowing gives you plenty to chase. Build your technique, train with your crew and line up against other clubs at regattas and events. There’s always another stroke, another race and another goal to aim for.
Row For Less Than You Think
We believe rowing should be accessible to everyone. Your first session is FREE, then:
ADULTS
£10 per session or £25 per month
UNDER 18S & FULL-TIME STUDENTS
£5 per session or £10 per month
GUEST MEMBERSHIP
£10 per week
No expensive kit required. No fancy equipment to buy. Just bring yourself — we’ll provide the boats.
Our Boathouse
Our purpose-built boathouse opened in 1991, officially opened by Olympic coxswain and Minister for Sport Colin Moynihan.
More than 30 years later, it’s still where we meet, train, launch and catch-up.
Inside is a fleet for every kind of rower — from beginners’ single sculls to fine racing fours. Whatever your level, there’s a boat waiting for you.
Find us: Oulton Broad Watersports Centre, Nicholas Everitt Park, Oulton Broad, Lowestoft, NR33 9JR
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Between The Strokes
Catch-up with everything that’s going on at Lowestoft Rowing Club
Bye bye summer, hello autumn!
Boo hoo....It’s the saddest time of the year for us at Lowestoft Rowing Club… after this Wednesday, we have to say goodbye to our evening rows! There’s something rather special about getting out on the water after work. The light fading, the evening air, and that...
Steve takes the next stroke in his rowing journey
There’s more to rowing than getting in a boat and pulling hard — and Lowestoft Rowing Club member Steve Grimmer has just demonstrated that perfectly by gaining his British Rowing Assistant Coach Training qualification. Last weekend, Steve travelled to Peterborough...
Lowestoft Sports & Wellness Festival
Members of our Club were out in force last Sunday as several of our Club meetings hosted a stall at the Lowestoft Sports and Wellness Festival. The event brought together a wide range of sports and community clubs from across the local area, providing a great...
New To Rowing?
Got Questions? We’ve Got Answers!
Do I need to be able to swim?
Yes. Everyone who rows with the club needs to be able to swim 50 metres. Capsizes are rare, but they can happen, so being comfortable in the water is an important part of staying safe.
What do I need to wear?
Nothing special to start with — just comfortable sports clothing. Avoid anything too baggy, as your seat needs to slide freely. A waterproof jacket is useful, and a waterproof phone case is a good idea too. Leave the expensive rowing kit at home; you can get started with what you already have.
I've never rowed before. Can I join?
Absolutely. You don’t need any previous rowing experience. We’ll introduce you to the boat, show you the basics and help you find your feet — or rather, your footplates.
Do I need to be fit to start rowing?
Not at all. You can build your fitness as you learn to row. We have people with different levels of experience and fitness, so there’s no need to arrive already looking like an Olympian!
Can children join the club?
Yes. We welcome junior members and follow British Rowing’s safeguarding requirements for children and young people. Our Child Welfare Officer is Paul Gurbutt, and our safeguarding policies are available here.
There’s also a junior coastal sculling group based at Oulton Broad Watersports Centre, offering another route for young people who want to get on the water.
Who looks after the club?
Lowestoft Rowing Club is run by volunteer members. The Club is affiliated to British Rowing, so we follow its rules, regulations and safety requirements. We are also a registered charity (No. 1216151) and operate in accordance with Charity Commission requirements.