Posted: 05 September 2025 

Scottish athletes are preparing to make an impact on the international stage as an incredible 178 crews Scottish representation are gearing up for the 2025 World Rowing Masters Regatta in Banyoles, Spain, next week (10–14 September). This marks the largest Scottish turnout since 2017, with athletes from nine clubs — Aberdeen BC, Clydesdale ARC, Castle Semple RC, Glasgow RC, Inverness RC, Loch Lomond RC, St Andrew BC, Stirling RC, and Strathclyde Park RC — ready to take on the world. The four-day regatta promises thrilling competition across all boat classes and age categories, setting the scene for an unforgettable showcase of strength, skill, and Scottish spirit.

With the World Championships just around the corner, it's worth rewinding to June’s British Rowing Masters Championships — a thrilling showcase of talent that set the stage for what’s to come. Scotland’s rowers made a powerful statement, storming the competition and returning home with a remarkable haul of nine medals. From fierce sprints to commanding finishes, the performance was a clear signal that this year’s Scottish contingent is ready to take on the world.

ABC W C 8

Image: W C 8+ gold medal winners, Aberdeen BC.

 

Full list of medals at British Rowing Masters Championships, June 2025:

Gold

W C 8+

Aberdeen BC

W 36+ 4+

Aberdeen BC

W 50+ 8+

Aberdeen BC/ Star Club/ Walton RC

W E 8+

Aberdeen BC/ Cantabrigian RC/ St Andrew BC/ Strathclyde Pk/

Stratford Avon/ Wycliffe Coll/ X-Press BC/ Ferencvárosi Evezos Club

Op C 2-

Inverness RC

Silver

Op B 2-

Inverness RC/Chesterton RC

W C 2x

Strathclyde Pk/ Ferencvárosi Evezos Club, HUN

Bronze

W B 4-

Aberdeen BC 

Op D 8+

Aberdeen BC/Tideway Scullers Sch

 

We caught up with Aberdeen BC and Inverness RC to get the full scoop on how their athletes got on. Check out their race reports below.

Aberdeen Boat Club’s British Masters Report written by Charlotte Delcros. 

Inverness Rowing Club’s British Masters Report written by Tim Latham. 

A huge thank you to both Charlotte and Tim for taking the time out to write their reports for us and well done to all those who competed at the British Championships.

 

INV Medals

Image: Medal winners from Op C 2- and Op B 2-, Inverness RC.

 

As the countdown begins, excitement is building for what promises to be an unforgettable World Rowing Masters Regatta. We’re incredibly proud of every Scottish athlete heading to Banyoles and wish them the very best of luck as they take on the international stage. To bring you closer to the action, we’ll be running a special social media takeover throughout the event — so make sure to follow along for behind-the-scenes updates, race highlights, and team moments. Full regatta details, including schedules and results, can be found here.

ABC W 36 4

Image: W 36+ 4+ gold medal winners, Aberdeen BC.