HSOBC Boathouse
Since rowing was first introduced at Headington over 30 years ago, HSOBC has become one of the largest and most admired school Boat Clubs in the UK. After years of renting facilities at Godstow, we’re delighted to now have Headington’s very own Boathouse at Long Wittenham in Oxfordshire.
The 8 acre site provides the Boat Club with 300 metres of river frontage and 5km of uncongested water. As well as a large landing stage, boat bays and indoor storage, the new facilities include a crew room, changing facilities and a kitchen, providing a space that Headington can really call home. The first row took place from Long Wittenham in January 2024 and the Boathouse was officially opened by Katie Greves, Headingtonian (2001), Silver medallist, 2016 Olympics in April 2024.
2024 has been a truly historic year for HSOBC, with a tremendous win for our 8+ at Henley Royal Regatta, against the best junior crews in the world. Headington is the only British school or club ever to win the Prince Philip Challenge Trophy, and to win the event twice is unprecedented.
Unyielding team spirit and personal commitment – Headington rowers rightly attract universal admiration. This passionate community deserves a Boathouse it can call home.
Caroline Jordan, Headmistress
Will you be in the crew?
It is only with the generous support of Headingtonians, parents and the wider community that we have been able to build an environmentally sustainable Boathouse which is fit for the 21st Century. We are delighted that we’ve already received so many donations from the HSOBC community, and with membership of the Club at an all time high – over 140 girls from Novices to J18s – we need to continue to raise much needed funds for essential equipment to support our talented athletes and ensure the Club’s continuing success.
We would love everyone who has been a part of HSOBC to have their name inside the Boathouse. To be part of the history of HSOBC, please click here to donate. Everyone who donates £250 or more will have their name on the Boathouse donor wall.
For more information about naming opportunities and how you can support HSOBC, please contact:
Ryan Demaine, Head Coach, HSOBC rdemaine@headington.org
Chris Hermes, Head of Rowing, HSOBC chermes@headington.org
Helen Batchelor, External Relations Trustee hbatchelor@headington.org
or call the Development Office on +44 (0)1865 759191
