London Otters Rowing Club is the UK’s only LGBTQ-inclusive club, based at the Royal Docks in East London. We’ve been going since 2014 and have grown into one of the largest and most active rowing clubs in the country.

We compete at regattas across London, the UK and internationally, and on any given weekend you’ll find nearly 100 of us training on the water.

Each year we run up to three ‘Otterpups’ Learn to Row courses for complete beginners. Over six weekends our Pups learn to scull and sweep in crew boats, preparing them to join the club on graduation. Since we started we have introduced over 500 complete beginners to rowing, many of whom continue to race and train with us today. We also welcome experienced rowers and coxes looking for a new club.

Our community lies at the heart of everything we do. As an LGBTQ-inclusive club, we provide a safe space where our members can be their authentic selves both on and off the water. We are proudly trans-inclusive and we celebrate our diversity. Our social calendar is just as full as our rowing calendar, from marching at Pride parades and picnicking in the sunshine or dressing up for Halloqueen.

On this website you can learn more about what we do and how you can get involved. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.