where does the boat race start

June 28, 2026

The Boat Race starts on the River Thames at Putney, in southwest London, and runs to Mortlake. The Championship Course is about 4 miles and 374 yards long.

Route

Start: Putney.
Finish: Mortlake.
Course: the Championship Course on the Thames.

If you meant another boat race

If you meant a different event called “the boat race,” tell me which one and I’ll pinpoint the start location.