Sheffield University Rowing Club

Sheffield University Rowing Club (SURC) is the rowing club for The University of Sheffield and is based on Damflask Reservoir near Lower Bradfield, Sheffield, United Kingdom.

Sheffield University Rowing Club
LocationLower Bradfield, Sheffield, UK
Coordinates53°24′53.4″N 1°34′55.0″W
Home waterDamflask Reservoir, Sheffield
Founded1964 (1964)
UniversityThe University of Sheffield
AffiliationsBritish Rowing
boat code - SHU
Websitewww.sheffielduniversityrowingclub.co.uk

History

The club was founded in 1964 by a small group of students from Sheffield University. Based at Damflask Reservoir, within the Peak District, the boathouse used by the club is shared with Sheffield Hallam University RC. The club relies on donations from alumni, competitions and annual membership to care for the upkeep of their boats and equipment.

Sheffield Varsity

The Sheffield Varsity has run since 1997. During that time, Sheffield University RC has never lost the Varsity competition against their Sheffield rivals Sheffield Hallam University RC.

See also

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