Head of the River
Bulls & Bears on the Shannon
CCBC's annual autumn time-trial. A 3 km race between O'Brien's Bridge and World's End — every crew against the clock, every second counts.
Next race Saturday 24 October 2026
The race
Our Head of the River is a 3 km time-trial on the Shannon. Crews row the course one at a time, starting at O'Brien's Bridge and finishing by the clubhouse at World's End.
The course favours good steering as much as good rowing — the river turns, tightens, and doesn't forgive a drifted line. Pick the straightest water and you'll find seconds on your rivals.
On the day
- Crew briefing in the clubhouse one hour before racing starts.
- Parking and trailering: follow marshals; space is tight.
- Hot food and tea served from the clubhouse throughout the morning.
- Results posted to the event page after racing finishes.