Poplar Summer Party
Your local rowing club, welcoming everyone from beginners to international athletes
Come join and support us at Poplar, Blackwall & District Rowing Club – a friendly rowing club based on the Isle of Dogs, London. We row on both the tidal waters of the River Thames and the 2000m multi-lane Royal Albert Dock course.
Squad Rowing
If you’re an experienced rower you can join either our racing squads or get involved with our recreational group. There is something for everyone.
Events & Races
We organise a number of rowing events each year including the Docklands Head and the Greenwich Head, as well as various social events across the calendar.
Coxes welcome
Cox on the most exciting part of the Thames, from Tower Bridge to the Thames Barrier. Our racing and learn-to-row crews need you and your experience!
Stay safe
We take health & safety very seriously. We row on one of the most exciting and scenic stretches of the river Thames, but it is also the most challenging part with tidal differences of up to 7 meters and river traffic from Thames clippers, work and pleasure boats.
Adherence to the club’s own rules and the Tideway Rowing Code is absolutely critical for everyone’s safety. The PBDRC steering accreditation manual outlines how you can progress from a ‘Red’ to a ‘Green’ oarsmen. Visit also the British Rowing safety and safeguarding pages and go through the online capsize drill. Check the weather, wind and tide before you go afloat and stay within with designated rowing areas.
Recent News
Poplar Rowers Shine at Peterborough Spring Regatta!
Poplar Rowing Club had a fantastic showing today at the Peterborough Spring Regatta, bringing home two gold medals despite blustery conditions on the 1km, four-lane course. A huge congratulations to Ben and Tommy, who dominated their double event, winning...
Poplar Regatta a Resounding Success on Perfect Rowing Day
Poplar, Blackwall and District Rowing Club (PBDRC) celebrated a triumphant day of racing yesterday, Sunday 18 May 2025, as their annual regatta unfolded under ideal conditions at the East London Regatta Centre. Mild temperatures and a gentle northerly...
Poplar Crews Make Waves at a Choppy Hammersmith Regatta
Poplar Rowing Club made a strong start to the summer regatta season at Hammersmith today, with a fantastic turnout – the best in recent memory for this particular event. The aim of the day was to shake off the winter cobwebs, and our crews...
Annual General Meeting 6 April 2025
This year’s annual general meeting (AGM) for members will be held at 10:30 AM on Sunday 6 April 2025 in the main hall at the club. DRAFT AGENDA Minutes of Previous General Meeting Club Captain’s Report Club Treasurer’s Report Membership fees 2025-26 Matters for...
About PBDRC
Poplar Blackwall and District Rowing Club is a rowing club on the Northern bank or the River Thames opposite Greenwich on the Isle of Dogs, London.
We are open to all levels of rowers for fun, practice, training and competition.
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Our Address
Poplar, Blackwall & District Rowing Club
The Boat House
Ferry Street
London
E14 3DT