The Rotary Club of Scarborough Cavaliers are looking forward to the return of their dragon boat racing event this weekend.
The event at the North Yorkshire Water Park takes place this Sunday June 12, in association with Dawnay Estates. The racing is returning to the lake after a 3-year gap due to the pandemic and developments at the water park.
Club President, Richard Creasey said :
“We are really looking forward to this year’s event, as we have had fantastic support from local businesses and organisations with 25 sponsored boats – the best ever.”
“Apart from being a super way to raise much needed funds for local charities, it is also a terrific fun day out for all the family and friends,”
Since it was first run in 2012 the event has raised in excess of £50,000 for charities across the Scarborough area and regionally with over 3,000 paddlers having taken part in the races.
David Steel, Chief Executive of Dawnay Estates, commented :
“Here at the North Yorkshire Water Park we are delighted to see the return of dragon boat racing on the lake.
We have been expanding our water sports activity over the past few years with sailing, kayaking, open water swimming, our wonderful Aqua Park and paddle and wake boarding; so our picturesque surroundings are the perfect location for the race.
It should make a fantastic day out and we look forward to welcoming regulars and new visitors alike.”
The dragon boat racing will begin at 10.00am with the Scarborough Borough Mayor, Councillor Eric Broadbent starting the first race.
Teams of 17 paddlers in 12 metre-long dragon boats compete in a series of races culminating in a grand final at around 4.00pm.
A programme will be available on the day detailing the teams, sponsors and supported charities.
Finally, there will be a presentation evening at the Downe Arms Hotel on Wednesday, July 13 when the monies raised by the sponsors and the paddlers will be handed out to the nominated charities in the presence of Viscount Downe.


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