Lorraine Kelly
The Henley Royal Regatta isn’t just about oars slicing through the Thames or blazers brighter than a Wimbledon strawberry—this year, it’s also about altitude. Bremont, the British watchmaker known for combining rugged engineering with refined design, celebrated its role as official timing partner of the Henley Royal Regatta in suitably elevated fashion—by launching a majestic white-and-blue hot air balloon over the river.
The airborne tribute marked the arrival of the Supermarine 300m HRR, Bremont’s latest limited-edition dive watch, unveiled to coincide with the week-long celebration of rowing tradition and timeless style.
In keeping with the official colours of the Henley Royal Regatta, the watch features a clean white dial emblazoned with the Regatta’s official crest and the Bremont Wayfinder logo in slate. This is all framed by a vibrant blue anodised aluminium bi-directional bezel—a look that says “I can handle a regatta luncheon or a shipwreck with equal poise.”
Fitted with a 904L steel bracelet (for the uninitiated, that’s the good stuff—extra corrosion-resistant), the bracelet includes a quick-release clasp and micro-adjustment system, meaning you can fine-tune your fit faster than a coxswain barking orders at the start line. With a water resistance rating of 300 metres, it’s a watch built to perform whether you’re capsizing in the Thames or diving into tropical depths.
“This watch is a tribute to the shared values of precision, heritage, and endurance that define both Bremont and Henley Royal Regatta,” said Davide Cerrato, CEO of Bremont. “It’s a distinctive piece that honours tradition while embracing contemporary British watchmaking.”
The Supermarine 300m HRR isn’t just another tick-box collector’s item—it’s Bremont’s take on ‘sports chic’. The crisp white face and bold blue bezel evoke the elegant pageantry of the Henley Royal Regatta while reminding onlookers that this is a tool watch first, cocktail party accessory second.
Richard Phelps, Chair of Henley Royal Regatta, praised the partnership, noting, “Bremont’s dedication to British watchmaking and its ethos of being tested beyond endurance make them a fitting partner for Henley Royal Regatta.
This limited-edition timepiece reflects the enduring spirit of the Regatta — where we strive to be remarkable, create history, and forge bonds that last well beyond the finish line.”
It’s a fitting union: Bremont brings the mechanics, Henley brings the pomp, and together they deliver a head-turning slice of British elegance that’s as much about heritage as it is about horology.
Whether you’re timekeeping from the stewards’ enclosure or simply counting down to Pimms o’clock, the Supermarine 300m HRR ensures you do it in style.
