In pictures: Portadown Boat Club regatta attracts hundreds to River Bann
The popular event – one of two major events hosted by Portadown Boat Club in the Rowing Ireland calendar – is always an exciting day of activity on the river with rowers from far and wide taking part, along with many supporters enjoying the spectacle.
There has been rowing on the River Bann at Portadown since 1877, making Portadown Rowing Club the oldest active sporting club in the town.
Photographer Tony Hendron went along to capture some of the day’s events,
1. All smiles
Leanne Sinnamon, left, and Kathryn Bloomer, two of the Portadown Boat Club marshals at Saturday's Regatta.PT17-228. Photo: Tony Hendron
2. Ready to row
The Portadown Junior Boys 14 Fours crew prepare to take to the water. PT17-220. Photo: Tony Hendron
3. Enjoying the day
All smiles during the Portadown Boat Club regatta are from left, Hannah Sullivan and daughter Hollie (1), Rachel Morrow, Finn Kelly and Archie Clayton. PT17-230. Photo: Tony Hendron
4. On the water
One of the Junior Portadown crews in action during the club regatta on Saturday. PT17-229. Photo: Tony Hendron