Preparations for this weekends London Red Bull Air Race continue. The control tower and stands in nearby East India Dock are almost complete. This looks as if it will be part of a VIP or “High Flyers” area. Also the “course” is already laid out, marked by orange buoys on the River Thames itself. Lets hope the nice weather keeps up, its been ideal over the last few days, though slightly more overcast today.

The crew of “Hurrican Clipper” a boat belonging to Trinity Buoy Wharf based “Thames Clippers” come to the rescue of a drowing man in the Thames

Thames Clippers crew hailed for river rescue

It was back to business as usual for the Hurricane after the dramatic rescue. “As a company we recognise their achievements and will reward them for their efforts,” said the Clippers spokeswoman.

Aerial View TBW site taken from Citygroup Tower by Paul Lee

As part of the weekend’s festivities there will be a Trinity Buoy Wharf Regatta taking place on the Thames and river Lea on Sunday 21st September. We are looking for crews or those with the following vessels to take part: sailing boats, rowing boats, kayaks, canoes, tugs and anything else that floats (within reason).