Traditional boats for weddings, corporate days and the Great River Race.
Our fleet of beautifully maintained wooden boats can be hired for weddings, large private parties and corporate events, crewed by people who know this river. Not an hourly tourist hire; a proper day on the Thames, planned around you and the tide.
What we host
Weddings and ceremonies
Arrive by water, hold the moment on it, or give guests something they will still be talking about next year. Boats are dressed for the day and crewed throughout.
Corporate and team days
Large group hire for company days, client hospitality and celebrations. We handle the boats and the briefing; you enjoy the river.
Private celebrations
Milestone birthdays, anniversaries, proposals. Quiet stretches of the Thames do the work for you.
Crewed, planned and tide-aware
1. Tell us the occasion
Date, numbers, and what you want the day to feel like.
2. We plan around the tide
The Thames at Richmond is tidal. We set timings so the water works for you, not against you.
3. Boats arrive ready
Dressed, checked and crewed by experienced oarsmen. Lifejackets provided.
4. Enjoy the day
Our crew handle the water so nobody in your party has to.
The Great River Race
London's 21.6-mile river marathon from Millwall to Richmond, passing beneath the capital's iconic bridges. Founded in 1988, it has grown into Europe's largest and most prestigious event of its kind.
We can help you take part, providing the boats and the support to get a crew from the start line to the finish. If you have ever wanted to row it, this is the yard to talk to.
Good to know
Event hire is specialist, crewed work and books well ahead, especially May to September. Numbers per boat depend on the vessel; tell us your headcount and we will tell you the fleet. Looking for hourly rowing-boat hire at Richmond Bridge instead? That is our neighbours at Richmond Bridge Boat Hire; this page is for private and corporate events with crew.
Planning a date?
Tell us the occasion and the numbers. You will get availability, boat options and honest guidance on timings within two working days.