The Doggett's Coat and Badge is the prize for one of the oldest rowing races. Started by Thomas Doggett in 1716 to commemorate the coronation of George I it is still held today. The 4 miles 5 furlongs (7,400 m) race is held on the River Thames, England between London Bridge and Chelsea. It is raced in skiffs - the kind originally used by watermen to ferry passengers across the Thames.