Late January – it’s cold, rainy and miserable outside, Christmas and New Year are a distant memory. We all need something to cheer us up. What better than a 2k erg challenge? Surprisingly, many at Poplar agree with this. It is great start into the year, as it sets a benchmark for everyone to work… Read More »

On the evening of the 19th of November members and friends of Poplar Rowing Club came together to celebrate the most successful season for 20 years, and kick off the Christmas festivities. It was great to see many current and former members again, including our recent Doggett’s winners Max and George. Singer Alice provided a… Read More »

Ron Watkins passed away in early October. He was a past Captain and Treasurer of the club and also a Life Member. Along with Rasher and several others Ron was foremost in the drive to get the boathouse built. For those who might attend Ronnie Watkins funeral details are as follows: Wednesday 2nd November, 1.30pm… Read More »

19th November 2022, doors open 6:30pm, sitting down for 7:30pm until late 3 course dinner with wine on the table and guest speaker Ticket sale ended 11 November 2022

Another quiz night at Poplar that tested the skills and knowledge of club members and friends. When did Margaret Thatcher step down as prime minister, in which year did the Cold War start and when did Bohemian Rhapsody get to number 1 in the UK charts? Can you guess from photos of poos who did… Read More »