Founded in 1818, Leander Club is the world's oldest and most renowned rowing club. In the nineteenth century the Club was based in London and enjoyed much success during the early days of amateur rowing.

By the end of the nineteenth century Henley's pre-eminence as a rowing venue led Leander to move its headquarters to its current site by Henley Bridge and the Club continued to thrive, both competitively and socially.

Since the 1970s Leander has been at the forefront of the extraordinary resurgence of British rowing at international level. Through its policy of identifying and nurturing young rowing talent, Leander oarsmen and oarswomen have earned regular success at the Olympics and World Championships. In recent years the Club has been home to Olympic giants such as Sir Steve Redgrave, Sir Matthew Pinsent, James Cracknell, Tim Foster, Steve Williams and Ed Coode guided by a world-class coaching team under Jürgen Grobler and Mark Banks. The Club continues to develop young talent, as evidenced by additional success at World Under-23 and World Junior levels.  

Leander's membership, which stands at over 3000, comprises distinguished past and present British and overseas oarsmen and oarswomen, together with those who have given special service to the sport of rowing. Additionally, there are a limited number of Associate Members who make regular use of the Club's social, accommodation and meeting facilities.

THE CLUBHOUSE

In addition to unrivalled rowing facilities, Leander provides a unique venue for its members and guests, not only at Regatta time but throughout the year.

The Clubhouse reflects a strong sense of pride in Leander's achievements and the Club's history is immediately apparent from the impressive trophies and honours boards that line its comfortable rooms. The Clubhouse has recently been totally refurbished and much extended and now provides an attractive, well-equipped and welcoming riverside venue, whether for dining, accommodation, meetings, weddings or private parties.