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Sunday 26 March 2023

It's The Boat Race 2023 !

From as far back as I can remember ‘The Boat Race’ was always a must watch sports event in our family, it was part of our family tradition… which still continues to this day. Yes, it‘s true the family are spread far and wide but we are all together in spirit for this event, and I know texts, emails and phone calls will be made as the Boat Race finishes later today.

My dad was always a firm Oxford Fan … my dear mum always used to support Cambridge - the event was a great family time to share, cheer, commiserate but it was always a time when we were together and for some reason no other sporting event had quite the same effect. I’ve never stopped to analyse why this was. Dear Mum and Dad are no longer with us, but I just know they will be looking down on Sunday 26th March 2023 as this years boat race is due to start ... and the family will have so many fond memories of years gone by.

Will the water of the River Thames be calm or choppy? Will it be Oxford or Cambridge who takes the coveted 168th title? I hope the stretch of water between Putney and Mortlake will see a great race. The first race took place on 10th June 1829 in Henley on Thames, following a challenge between old school friends, since the second race in 1836 the contest has always taken place in London, except during Covid when it took place 'behind closed doors' in Ely, Cambridgeshire. So many followers (estimated 250,000) do flock to the River Thames with their families to be part of the event and to enjoy the wonderful atmosphere, while more than 5 million people watch the event on television.


these are old photographs showing a win
for Oxford above
and Cambridge below

* post edit Cambridge won the 2023 boat race *


After the Boat Race I think we may enjoy
Classic Roast Chicken and Gravy
a family favourite, more details here


~ Enjoy your Sunday ~

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All the best Jan

27 comments:

Francisco Manuel Carrajola Oliveira said...

Muito interessante.
Um abraço e bom Domingo.

Andarilhar
Dedais de Francisco e Idalisa
Livros-Autografados

Chatty Crone said...

Oh my gosh I have seen those races and have heard of Oxford and Cambridge on movies - so exciting you live there and can see them personally.

Tom said...

...this is becoming popular here with high schools.

Beatrice P. Boyd said...

While the boat races would hold less excitement for me as for you and your family, that roast chicken looks delicious and was sure to be enjiyed afterwards, Jan.

Christine said...

A wonderful tradition!

eileeninmd said...

Watching the boat race sounds like a fun time for the family.
The chicken dinner looks yummy too. Take care, have a wonderful week!

CJ Kennedy said...

Fun memories and a Sunday chicken dinner is perfect. Here in Boston we have a boat race, The Head of the Charles Regatta with crews from all over the world competing. Takes place in October. I'm not sure we'll here the results of The Boat Race so let us know who won.

carol l mckenna said...

Boston has similar boat races ~ great times for your family ~

Wishing you good health, laughter and love in your days,
A ShutterBug Explores,
aka (A Creative Harbor)

This N That said...

Yes, we enjoyed "sculling" as well...There is an area on the Schuylkill River just out side of Philadelphia, Pa called "Boathouse Row"...There may be 10-12 boathouses housing racing sculls from the local colleges and maybe some privately owned ones..(It's been a while..)..Always decorated for special events and holidays.Lit up at night.
Happy Sunday..

Salty Pumpkin Studio said...

May the best win!
Fun activity, those family gatherings are treasures in life. Have fun!

Inger said...

Such rivalry, such fun, the boat race is a great tradition.

Elderberry-Rob said...

already? it's still so wintery outside - I hope they have calm water and a sunny day for it :)

Elephant's Child said...

My mother, an Oxford graduate, always supported her home team.

Lowcarb team member said...

NEWS UPDATE
Cambridge won the Boat Race

All the best Jan

John M said...

I love roasted chicken. Afterwards, I like to cut up and save anything left over, if there was anything. It makes a great sandwich for the next day.

William Kendall said...

Those draw attention.

Teresa said...

Felicidades para Cambridge. Besos.

My name is Erika. said...

I love the idea that your family makes a day out of the boat races, even if you aren't all together. Hope the best team won-just trying to not be partial-smile.

J.P. Alexander said...

Esperó que lo pasaras bien. Te deseo una buen semana y gracias por la receta.

peppylady (Dora) said...

There is lake in Oregon where a row team practice.
Coffee is on and stay safe.

Margaret D said...

Nice memories there and it's good that the family keep the tradition of watching the races.

Fun60 said...

Yes always an event to watch.

Giorgio said...

Interesting info about such Great tradition since 1829! I also like the roasted chicken :-)
Have a nice week !

Valerie-Jael said...

I used to like watching the boat race when I grew up in London - fun memories! Valerie

baili said...

how nice your father liked and enjoyed the boat race as well :)
hugs and blessings

Bleubeard and Elizabeth said...

I'd not even heard of these races. Fun to learn something new!

Conniecrafter said...

All I have seen are canoe races in our little town, I bet those are even more exciting :)
The chicken sure does look good