Open from 1100 – 1700, the Hammersmith Fan Park is a great place to meet your friends to watch the Boat Race

Located in Furnivall Gardens, the Fan Park will have a giant screen available for everyone to watch the Channel 4’s TV coverage live as well as fantastic access to the river to watch the crews pass by.

There will also be delicious street food and refreshments from a variety of outlets (see below)!


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Hammersmith Bridge will close at 11am and reopen at 5pm


Open from 11am

Big Screen

Watch Channel 4's coverage of The Boat Race 2026 on the big screen with fellow fans.

Hide & Greek

Greek Street Food

YouBao

Asian Bao Street Food

Gamekeeper

Burgers

Duck Shed

Slow roasted pulled duck served three ways – in a wrap, brioche bun or fresh salad box

Brewed by Böön

Rich, organic brews served from Peggy, the charming retro van

Picnics, including alcohol, are permitted to be brought into the Hammersmith Fan Zone. You can bring foldable chairs to the venue, there will be limited access to seating on the site.

The fan zone is wheelchair accessible. There will be 2x accessible toilets at the Hammersmith Fan Zone. There will be no specific space marked out for wheelchair viewing, however the screen will be positioned in order for all spectators to easily view.

The Hammersmith Fan Zone is Dog Friendly.

Yes although we do ask that you please be respectful to others, avoid smoking in busy area’s and near any stalls/bars/vendors.

Yes. There is no limitations to filming and photography. Make sure to tag the official Boat Race handles on all platforms and use #TheBoatRace

Travel to Hammersmith Fan Park​

The easiest way to access Furnivall Gardens is via Public Transport.

Tube:
Hammersmith (Piccadilly, District, Hammersmith & City).

Bus:
33, 72, 209, 283, 419

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