Manchester University Boat Club
This year’s committee aims to build on the successes of the past year and expand MUBC’s ambitions to provide the most competitive, inclusive, and enjoyable rowing season for all of the club’s members. Here there can be found brief biographies and contact details for all of the 14 committee positions. President: Matthew Layton “I’m a […]
This year MUBC is taking part in Movember to raise awareness towards men’s mental health. We would love to involve as many of our members, past and present, as possible in our team fundraiser! It’s never too late to join, simply click on the link below to sign up and start growing. https://uk.movember.com/team/2406832 Donations, social […]
It sometimes is hard to pinpoint when exactly Autumn begins. Some say it is marked by the technicoloured changing of the vast array of leaves, whilst others may argue the autumnal equinox is the true scientific date of seasonal change. For rowers, it is the start of head racing season which marks the true transition […]
UoM Sport’s Fair Unexpected flooding on Oxford Road meant that the Sport’s Fair this year was suddenly moved to the Armitage Sports Centre in Fallowfield. And yet despite this disruption, MUBC managed to speak to more people than ever as thousands of students, old and new, poured in past the now iconic club gazebo pitched […]
A Celebration of the Club’s Achievments over the Past Season. After months of lockdown, MUBC returned to some immense racing over the summer season of 2021. All squads trained to compete in BUCS Regatta 2021 with the Senior Men going on to qualify for Henley Royal Regatta. Massive congratulations to all of our members and […]
After an arduous Henley campaign, it was time to gather the shirts and the ties, the dresses and the gowns, and head over to the Midland Hotel to conclude a truly epic rowing season for the club. Many thanks to our Social Secretary Lauren Auchterlonie who organised such a fun night to remember! Here is […]
Between the 2nd and the 5th of September, British Rowing invited not 1 but 3 MUBC athletes, Lauren Auchterlonie, Jake Lambert, and Anastasia Macy to train at Caversham as part of the exclusive Student Development Programme. This selection was a result of prior testing conducted at BUCS Regatta which identified these Manchester athletes as having […]
After a season of three-word slogans, lockdowns, tiers, and isolation, it is with a great sense of pride that I am sitting here writing this race report. We have, like all boat clubs, faced a great many challenges over the last two years. It is then a real testament to the dedication of those athletes […]
A much anticipated return to the National Water Sport Centre saw a tremendous weekend of racing for MUBC at BUCS Regatta 2021. DAY 1: Despite some gloomy conditions on the water, three crews ventured out on the first day to put in a very strong effort to kick off the campaign. First up was the […]
Unfortunatley due to the Covid-19 pandemic, new photos were not possible this year. However, MUBC would like to wish all of its new committee members the best of luck in tackling the many challenges faced as a result of the unique circumstances this year! Executive Committee President: Lucy Loughlan Secretary: Matthew Layton Treasurer: Miara Pipe […]