Devizes to Westminster 2027

The DW starts in Devizes, Wiltshire, finishing at Westminster Bridge in central London, opposite the Houses of Parliament. Taking place over the Easter Weekend, it’s a gruelling course, 125 miles long including 77 portages. The Senior Doubles class will race non-stop to Westminster. For 2027 The Stages Races will race over 4 days and finish on the tideway at Barn Elms Boathouse above Putney Bridge. 

For DW 2027 the entry fee you pay is linked to the Price Period when you enter.

FEES QUOTED ON THIS PAGE ARE FOR EACH INDIVIDUAL PADDLER IN THE CREW.

Please see the Documents attached to download:

 DW 2027 Entry Periods and Prices; 

DW 2027  Entry Form Guidlines, written for new and past entrants as an aid to completing this form.   

And the Current version of  DW Handbook.  This will be updated for DW 2027.

Information for DW Training days on 24/10/2026 and 12/12/2026

 Entries close on Sunday 14th March 2027 at 23:59 hours.

There will be NO ENTRIES AFTER THIS DATE

Payment is at sumission of entry, online using debit/credit card via Stripe.

Any problems, queries or changes, please email the Competition Secretary: dwraceentries@gmail.com

NOTES TO COMPETITORS:

Please carefully answer all the questions on the form, as this information will be used to assess your competence and, therefore, enable the Umpires to validate your eligibility for the race. For Senior Doubles crews please ensure we have an individual email address for each paddler.  

All crews must have a current license to paddle on the Canal and River Thames. ( Links attached )

Please read both, the Race Terms and Conditions and the Cancellation and Refunds policy, shown below.