Dragon Boat Racing

Published: 09 April 2024

The Rotary Club of Pangbourne CIO is once again offering Charity Dragon Boat Racing at the Pangbourne Summer Fete in conjunction with Henley Dragons Dragon Boat Club

Your crew will consist of 17 people. In each race, led by their drummer beating out the rhythm for paddling, 16 people paddle a dragon boat (a large decorative canoe) along a course of about 250 metres, racing against other teams. Additionally, there is a helmsman who steers. We supply all the equipment, boats, paddles, buoyancy jackets … and a competent helmsman!
Location: Beautiful Pangbourne Meadows on the Thames just downstream from the toll bridge. Ideal for picnicking and spectator viewing.
Part of Pangbourne Summer Fete.
Time: Between 09.00 hrs with the finals finishing about 17.00 hrs.
Knockout competition based on best times. Every crew is guaranteed three races. Dragonhead Prizes and Certificates.
Crews can raise monies for their own nominated causes through sponsorship.
A maximum of 18 teams compete on the day. No one aged less than 12 can be a crew member.

Entry Donation per crew: £560 For early payment by 10 May, still only £490 per crew!!

Contact: Tony Eldridge 07889 801654, toneld55@gmail.com

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