University of London Boat Club - History

History

The club was formed in the mid-1860s, and since 1950 has won 33 Henley Regatta finals, produced 125 full internationals winning 363 vests, achieving a total of 74 medals between them - 21 gold, 19 silver and 34 bronze. At U23 Internationals and World Student Games events the club has won 177 vests and produced 30 medal winning crews (9 gold, 9 silver and 12 bronze).

The club also maintains an active alumni club, Tyrian Club which began as a selective club but is now open to all members of the public.

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