Welcome to Mersey Rowing Club
Mersey Rowing is a leading rowing club based in Liverpool, open to both social and competitive rowers. We offer expert coaching and a welcoming environment for all levels, whether you’re new to the sport or returning after time away. Rowing is central to our club’s identity, with sessions held regularly along the Liverpool docks. As one of Liverpool’s most active rowing communities, we promote the sport as both a physical challenge and a rewarding team experience. The club is perfect for anyone looking to enjoy rowing in Liverpool and be part of a supportive, growing sports club.
Learn to row in Liverpool
Our Learn to Row programme is the ideal way to get started in Liverpool. Whether you’re new to the sport or returning from a break, this structured introduction provides all the support you need to build confidence and technique. Based in Liverpool, sessions take place on the docks and focus on the fundamentals of rowing in a safe, welcoming environment.
The Learn to Row course is open to all ages and abilities, making rowing accessible to anyone looking to try a new sport in Liverpool. With experienced coaches and a strong community spirit, Mersey Rowing Club is the perfect place to start your rowing journey. By the end of the Learn to Row programme, you’ll have the skills to continue developing as part of our wider rowing community.
Join the Women’s Rowing Team
The Women’s squad at Mersey Rowing Club is a growing force in the Liverpool rowing scene, combining performance ambition with a strong sense of community. As one of the most active rowing teams in Liverpool and the North-West, our squad welcomes rowers of all levels who are looking to train hard, race well, and be part of a supportive environment. In 2025, the squad launched a determined Henley Women’s campaign, putting in a strong time trial performance against a tough draw after winning several local races in the lead-up. We also turned out in force at the 2024 National Championships with two women’s quads (4x) and a beginner double (2x), showcasing the depth and progression within the team.
Based at one of the leading rowing clubs in Liverpool, the women’s rowing team trains in the heart of Liverpool on the docks, with access to high-quality coaching and racing opportunities. Whether your goal is to race at the top level or to enjoy women’s rowing as a challenging and fulfilling sport, Mersey offer a place to thrive both on and off of the water.
Be Part of the Men’s Rowing Squad
The Men’s Squad at Mersey Rowing Club combines strong race performance with a welcoming, team-driven environment. As part of one of the oldest rowing clubs in the country and one of the most respected clubs in Liverpool, the squad trains year-round on the Liverpool Docks and regularly competes in local regattas and major national events, including Head of the River.
In the 2024 Head of the River race (HoRR), the men’s 8+ delivered a standout performance, climbing 88 places to finish 228th, one of the biggest jumps in the event. In 2025, the squad built on that success with another HoRR campaign, moving up 36 places to finish 288th, supported by consecutive wins at Trafford and Runcorn earlier in the season. The team also represented at the 2024 National Championships with a men’s double (2x) and 8+, further showing the strength we have on offer at the club.
If you’ve been searching for rowing teams near you that value development as much as results, Mersey’s Men’s Squad stands out in the Liverpool rowing community. Alongside a busy race calendar, we place great emphasis on team culture, off-water socials, and supporting each other at every stage of the rowing journey. It’s this balance of competition and community that makes Mersey one of the top destinations for men’s rowing in Liverpool.
Join our Master’s Squad
The Master’s Squad at Mersey Rowing Club is one of the newest and fastest-growing rowing teams in Liverpool and the North-West, offering a competitive yet inclusive environment for rowers returning to the sport or continuing their rowing journey beyond senior racing. Since its inception in the past year, the squad has made an impressive impact within the Liverpool rowing scene and beyond. Highlights include fielding two quads (4x) at Vesta Head and representing the club at Henley Masters Regatta with a strong 4x entry. The team also celebrated a standout win at Warrington Regatta, bringing home a gold medal in the mixed 4x event.
For those looking to join a committed and sociable rowing team, the Masters offer regular training on Liverpool Docks and opportunities to compete throughout the season. As part of one of the most welcoming clubs in Liverpool, Mersey’s Master’s Squad is perfect for anyone seeking high-level rowing with a strong sense of teamwork, purpose, and enjoyment.