Cygnet Captaincy Update – February 2026

Afternoon All
It's been a while since I've sent any emails around, so – thought it was about time – lots of dates so calendars at the ready please!
First of all its been great seeing the shed so full over the last few weeks – we have a great structured plan in place at the moment, so absolutely encourage everyone to continue to commit to the shed sessions, and I'm confident we will see the rewards in the summer when we spend more time on the water.

Key dates for the diary
As promised, this is a provisional regatta plan for the summer - please hold in your diaries to avoid any unfortunate clashes!

• HORR 28^th March
• Hammersmith Regatta 25^th April
• Chiswick Regatta 2^nd May
• Borne at Chiswick Regatta 9^th May
• Peterborough Regatta 30^th May
• Walton and Weybridge Regatta 6^th June
• Barnes and Mortlake Regatta 13^th June
• Marlow Regatta 20^th June
• Kingston Regatta 11^th July
• St Neots Regatta 26^th July
• Henley T&V 1^st August

7th March
A group of 4 civil servants ("Team Ordinary") will be joining us for some rowing training, as part of their preparation of rowing the Atlantic! More details to follow, but please make every effort to make yourself available to row with them.

Weekend of the 28^th March
As per tradition our German friends, from Benrath, will be racing in Vets HORR and so please come down and show your support/grab a beer afterwards.

Reminder
With the upcoming tideway head races, please help with volunteering for the boating - this generates vital funds for the joint clubs and so all volunteering is hugely appreciated! See link to sign up - Tideway Head Races - Boating & Catering Volunteers 2025/26 - Google Sheets
Thames Rowing Tour
A message from our President has asked if anyone is interested in the Thames Rowing Tour 13–15th July. This involves rowing from Windsor to Weybridge in boats similar to the Rheine Marathon. Currently there is a contingent of five Benrath members and various Cygnets. Please can you let Nick know if you are interested in this!.

That's all from me. As ever drop me a message/email if you have any thoughts or ideas that you'd like to share.

Thanks
Jordan