British Offshore Championships 2025

TRC and Swift Racing UK are proud to host the British Coastal Rowing Championships on the 1st-3rd August 2025.

Our combined knowledge and experience of hosting and participating at the highest level of Coastal events will ensure that this will be a safe, fair and, above all, enjoyable Championships for participants and spectators alike.

Welcome to Tynemouth, famous for its award-winning beaches, particularly King Edward's Bay and Longsands, which offer beautiful golden sand and are popular for water sports like surfing and paddleboarding. We are lucky to have such a beautiful coastline on our doorstep.

Welcome from the Chairperson of Tynemouth Rowing Club

"A warm greeting to you all, I look forward to welcoming all of you to Tynemouth in August for what we hope to be one of the biggest and best offshore championships held in Britain, full of plenty of tight racing from people across the UK and internationally! I’ll see you on the beaches of the northeast very soon!"

Hal Flowerdew

A Message from our Race Sponsor

Swift Racing are pleased to continue our commitment to the growth of Coastal Rowing in the UK. We are used to working alongside Rowing Clubs in the UK. The Coastal and Beach Sprints Rowing division was created to respond to the huge growth in interest and participation shown in the sport all over the world in recent years. Swift Racing manufactures and supplies rowing boats and equipment for all disciplines worldwide, from fine racing boats to para and recreational rowing boats. Swift Racing are leading the way in FISA Coastal rowing, winning World Championships and breaking records around the globe.

Swift Racing are delighted to continue our support of the Coastal Clubs and we are really excited about our ongoing relationship with British Rowing. It is great to see the continuing growth in popularity of coastal rowing in the UK and be a part of its success.

We would encourage all clubs and rowers alike to engage with the event to grow the participation to be one of the biggest Coastal events in Europe, something we can all be proud of.

We would like to wish everybody a very enjoyable and successful Championships!

Yours in Sport, The team at Swift Racing 2025

🌤 Weather & Sea Conditions – Early August in Tynemouth

🚗 Getting to Tynemouth

✈️ By Plane

🚆 By Train

🚙 By Car

🛏 Accommodation Options

Contacts

General enquiries

Swift Boat Hire

Race Categories

Junior events will be J18, meaning athletes must have been under 18 on the 1st September 2024.

The minimum age for Masters is 36.

Medals will be awarded within each race for crews with an average age of 40+, 50+ and 60+.

Entries should be made via BROE2.

For overseas entries, information on how to enter can be found here.

Enter now on BROE

Progression System

The number of boats allowed on the start line in any race shall be 20 (a small increase may be permitted if it assists in the running of the event in a timely manner. Should this number be exceeded there will be heats in the morning period. The number of qualifiers from each heat will be published on the live draw.

Timetable

The timetable will be designed to maximise participation; it is each club’s own responsibility to have boats and equipment available for each event entered.

Friday

Training- Times TBC

Saturday

0800-1200 Heats

1300-1800 Finals

Seniors - W4x+, W2x, M1x, Mix2x

Masters - M2x, Mix4x+, W1x, M1x

Junior - W1x, M2x, W4x+, Mix4x+

Sunday

0800-1200 Heats

1300-1700 Finals

Senior M4x+, W1x, M2x, Mix4x+

Masters - W2x, M4x+, Mix2x, W4x+

Junior - M1x, W2x, M4x+, Mix2x

Other information

🌤 Weather & Sea Conditions – Early August in Tynemouth

Tynemouth’s coastal climate in early August is generally mild and comfortable, though conditions can shift quickly due to North Sea influences. Here's what rowers, officials, and spectators can expect:

Daytime Highs: 18°C to 21°C (64°F to 70°F)
Winds: Predominantly light to moderate onshore breezes (8–16 km/h), typically from the northeast or east
Precipitation: Light showers possible — typically short-lived. Average of 8–12 dry hours per day.
Sea Surface Temperature: ~14–15°C
Wave Height: Usually calm to moderate (0.5m–1m)

🚗 Getting to Tynemouth

✈️ By Plane

Newcastle International Airport (NCL): Closest and most convenient option — 25 km / ~35 mins to Tynemouth by car; Metro to Tynemouth

Edinburgh Airport (EDI): Major Scottish hub — 200 km / ~2.5 hrs by car; Train: Edinburgh Waverley → Newcastle Central → Metro to Tynemouth

Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA): Serves many European destinations — 160 km / ~2 hrs by car; Train: Leeds → Newcastle Central → Metro to Tynemouth

Manchester Airport (MAN): The largest airport in northern England — 235 km / ~2.5–3 hrs by car; Train: Manchester Airport → Newcastle Central → Metro to Tynemouth

🚆 By Train

Newcastle Central Station is on the East Coast Main Line.

Direct trains from London (3 hrs), Edinburgh (1.5 hrs), Manchester (2.5 hrs), and beyond.

From Central Station, take the Tyne & Wear Metro to Tynemouth (~25 mins)

🚙 By Car

From London: ~5.5 hrs (via A1(M))

From Manchester: ~2.5 hrs (via A1 or M62)

From Edinburgh: ~2 hrs (via A1 South)

🅿️ Car Parking: Available along Tynemouth seafront, Longsands car parks, and nearby streets (beware of permit parking only in some areas). Early arrival recommended during race days.

🅿️ Trailer Parking: For private trailers, boats can be unloaded on the slipway at the north end of the beach, near The View Restaurant. After unloading, trailers can then be stored in the car park located behind the Tynemouth Aquarium.

🛏 Accommodation Options

Tynemouth and the surrounding areas offer a range of accommodation types, from charming seaside guesthouses to full-service hotels and self-catering options. Book early – August is peak season.

Tynemouth (Closest to Event Site): Within walking distance to Longsands.

Hotels & Inns

Grand Hotel Tynemouth: Elegant 19th-century hotel overlooking the sea. Sea-view rooms, on-site restaurant & bar. Parking available. ~5 mins walk to beach
Tynemouth Castle Inn: Modern, family-friendly hotel near Tynemouth Castle. Family rooms, pub downstairs. ~10 mins walk to event site

Guesthouses & B&Bs

York House Boutique Hotel: Stylish rooms, breakfast included. Quiet street, close to village centre
The Montague Guesthouse: Victorian townhouse with sea views. Continental breakfast, free Wi-Fi

Nearby Areas (5–20 min drive or Metro)

Whitley Bay: Larger hotels, more budget options. Metro connection to Tynemouth. Recommended: Premier Inn Whitley Bay
North Shields: Quieter area with some local B&Bs and apartments. 10 minutes from the venue.
Newcastle City Centre: Ideal for those who want nightlife, shopping, and quick Metro access to Tynemouth. 25–30 min via Metro. Options include: Maldron Hotel; The Vermont Hotel; Sleeperz Hotel