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,
5. A fabulous day
Portadown Boat Club captain, Louis Hesbrook, pictured with club coaches, Claire McCann, left, and Jane Humpheries at the Portadown regatta on Saturday. PT17-218. Photo: Tony Hendron
6. Neck and neck
A close race in the Portadown Regatta on Saturday afternoon. PT17-227. Photo: Tony Hendron
7. All under control
Regatta marshals, Roby Leighton, left, and Robb Morrow on duty at the Portadown regatta on Saturday. PT17-231. Photo: Tony Hendron
8. Taking a breather
Natasha Dorman and Lucy Qua take it easy after their Junior 16 pairs race. PT17-221. Photo: Tony Hendron