Spring Duck Race 2010

Sunday 9th May saw this years event, held in superb Spring time sunshine, with the banks freshly rolled that morning by farmer Davies to make life easier for the spectators. Another fine turn out saw the banks lined once again for this colourful event.

Thanks to all who supported the race, and well done to the the winners.

1^st Prize - £150 -  Duck 544 - Alison Fleming

2^nd Prize - £75 - Duck 9 - Matthew Evans

3^rd Prize - £25 -  Duck 206 - Neil Thompson (Ibstock Brick)

Last duck - £50 - Duck 171 - Harry Barton

Helping all ducks around the first corner...

Experienced ducks taking the racing line......

A slower section of the route......

And the first one round the last corner is....a dog! Holly enjoys her moment of fame as the races first ever streaker...

The crowd gathered at the finishing line....