Avon County are always happy to welcome existing coxes, rowers, scullers and coaches of any age and ability, including those returning to the sport at any time of the year. We also offer great opportunities for those considering the sport to learn to row with us.

You can row competitively – from national events such as the Tideway Heads, British Masters, Henley Royal Regatta, National Schools Regatta, etc. to regional events – we have 4 of our own events at Saltford each year too.  Or you could join in more socially when you have time. Our members both scull and sweep in crews or individually and we have a very wide range of boats which are used at weekends and on weekdays.

If you would like to come and meet us and have a look at where we are and what we do, please arrange a time to come down and see us at the river. There is also more information and contact details on the web pages under Squads & Learn to Row.

We actively encourage prospective members to join us for a trial outing on our beautiful river – you’re sure to love it!

Fees

Membership costs from 1 April 2024 (with amendments agreed at AGM in September 2025 *)

Adult – £27 per month

Junior – £13.50 per month

Student – £13.50 per month

Vacation Student – one payment of £35 pa to cover all main holiday periods *

Coaching or Coxing member who does not row – Free membership *

Go-Row Indoor – £18 / month (£10 / month with full adult rowing membership) or £5 per class Pay as you Go

Racking fee for privately-owned boats – £7 per seat per month

Reduced rates available for families where adults and juniors are members. No family pays more than 2 full adult memberships.

Please pay by Direct Debit if possible. Information about payment is included in the Membership Form – see below.

 Full or Student membership form

Other costs

You’ll need to supply your own athletic clothing which should allow ease of movement and be warm enough for the time of year. We have a supply of club clothing and there are several companies who sell rowing kit online.

When you compete in a rowing race, you will need to pay an entry fee (usually between £12 and £15 per head per event) plus a towing charge which is currently £7 per person, per competition (juniors £5) and is used to cover the fuel costs of the person towing and – if required – the hire of a towing vehicle. You will also need to take out membership with British Rowing.

Safety

Membership of Avon County is open to anyone, provided they can swim at least 100 metres in light clothing. As part of your induction to rowing and to the club, important safety education will be provided and we ask that you take careful heed of this.