Marlow's annual rowing regatta was founded in 1855. The first MTRF in its current form was held on 16 June 2001 and was opened by the joint MTRF presidents, Sir Steve and Lady Redgrave (the five-time Gold Medal-winning Olympic rower and his wife).
Marlow's annual rowing event originated in 1855. The contemporary form of the MTRF first took place on June 16, 2001, and was formally launched by the joint MTRF presidents, Sir Steve Redgrave (an Olympic gold medal-winning athlete) and his wife Lady Redgrave.