Roses is an annual intervarsity competition between Lancaster University and the University of York, and is the biggest varsity event in Europe – with over 100 fixtures. LUBC has been a part of the Roses legacy since its inception in 1965, with the original Roses competition having one event – the Roses Boat Race. Since then the varisty event has evolved rapidly into what it is today. 

The year of 2018 saw a historic win for LUBC, breaking a 9 year streak. A home Roses hosted on the River Lune saw victories in the following events:

• Senior Women’s IV+
• Senior Women’s VIII
• Senior Men’s VIII
• Novice Men’s IV+

Final score: 11-5 

The following year brought another victory for the club, this time on the River Ouse in York. This was another historic win for LUBC, being the first away victory in over 15 years.

Final score: 11-5