Southampton Amateur Rowing Club SARC

On sunday 22nd March a few rowers, family and friends gathered to say farewell to Norman “spud” Murphy.
He had been a long standing member at SARC as a Rower/ Life president/coach.

It was a beautiful sunny day and having taken spud for a last journey up the itchen he was scattered in the bay outside club in view of family & friends. His daughter Siobhan said these very lovely words…..

Goodnight dear dad
I love you heart and soul
Let’s not leave it goodbye
But instead …… Easy all

(Posted at request and consent from family)

Southampton Head of River Race 21st March. A great day, record number of entries, the sun was shining and sea conditions perfect.
A win for our Womens Novice 4+
and Womens J16 1x
We had great results from all sarcies, lots of 2nd's so, very promising for the season ahead.

Southampton Head of the River Race
Saturday 21st March
Here is the draw for
Div 2 at 11.30
Div 3 at 13.30
Look forward to seeing you all

SARC Head of the River Race this Saturday 21st March
Here is the draw for the Juniors Div 1. 10am start.
We have a record number of entries this year. 15 Clubs. There will be plenty of hot & cold food & drinks served in the club.
We look foward to seeing you.

SARC at The Stour Head, Christchurch.
A cold day but a successful regatta, with all sarc members giving their best.
Special mention to Chris & Henry who crewed up with Poole in the Mens Novice
Four. Giving a great performance.

1st for our JS Men who rowed up to Senior Status, not only won but got the fastest time of the day in a Coastal Four.
2nd for JM Coastal four loosing by 1 second!
2nd Novice Women
2nd Men's senior Coastal pair
2nd J16 river 1x Summer
2nd W2x river Eli & Inke
Great efforts made by
Novice 1x two entries Ben & Oli
Offshore Master 2x
Offshore Masters Women 2x
Well done to all our SARC members and thank you to Christchurch Rowing Club for hosting a successful Head race.

Massive well done to Sarcies at BTC Head.
JS open four 1st
JM open four 2nd by 2 seconds, rowing with a crew member off his seat.
Open Pairs. 1st
A great effort all round by all members 👏 👏
Thank you to BTC Rowing Club for hosting a successful regatta.

First Aid training day at SARC. A big thank you to Dan of Medical Rescue Consultancy Ltd www.medrc.co.uk for structuring a course for rowers, including hypothermia, injuries, CPR and general first aid. Also thank you to 2 members of Southsea Rowing Club for joining us.

It’s our first social fundraiser 2026. All proceeds are going towards the 'big boat fund' 🚣.

We are trading blades for pop stars because we’re hosting a MADCAP BINGO MUSIC NIGHT that’s guaranteed to be ROWDIER than a boat full of competitive rowers! 🎵🔥. The coffee machine will be on, the kettle will be brewing, snacks will be on the tables and the alcohol will be flowing - for those who like a drink or two.

📅 When? Friday, 27th February – Kick-off at 7:30pm ish… depending on how long it takes you to remember how to play bingo and understand the rules 😂
📍 Where? The only place we spend more time in than our own homes – where the only waves will be soundwaves! The boathouse, Hazel Road, Woolston, SO19 7GA
💷 How much? A mere £10 per person (that’s cheaper than a Spotify subscription and way more social!). Kids under 14 are free.
🎁 Prizes? Oh yes, there are super-exciting – let’s just say… you’ll want to win them. 😉
🎲 How it works:
✔️ Bingo with a bit of a twist.
✔️ Air guitars encouraged and we have plenty of inflatable ones – No rhythm? No problem!
✔️ Prizes + bragging rights – Because who doesn’t love both?
🚨 Tickets must be confirmed by 20th February – grab yours before they’re all gone like a one-hit wonder!
🎤 Warning: Side effects may include spontaneous singing, dancing on chairs, questionable dance moves, and uncontrollable laughter.

Past and present members are welcome, including friends of the club.

See you there – let’s make some noise! 🎶✨

SARC Head of the River Race invitation 21st March 2026
Entries close 5th March
Look foward to seeing you all.
There will be hot & cold food being served all day. Further details will follow

If you are looking for gifts for valentines, pop along to the craft fair that’s being held in our hall. Lots of lovely crafts from local businesses.

Also a prime time to check out our hall if you require a hall hire this year. 🍾🎉🕺💃

Lovely conditions and sunshine for multiple crews out training on the Itchen today 😃🌞