‘Easter Ducks Away 2024’
The 32nd Annual Duck Race will take place on Saturday 30th March at Manor Park Toton. Starting at 1.00pm - courtesy of Broxtowe Borough Council and sponsored by Michael Key MOT, Servicing & Repair, Long Eaton .
As you will be aware we had to cancel the race . It has always taken place on New Years Day, however this year the fields were flooded and the river was high and so in the interests of the safety of our staff, volunteers and the general public we took the difficult decision to postpone. As usual we have invited the Mayor of Broxtowe, to start the race by releasing over 1300 plastic ducks into the River Erewash. They will swim down the river and be caught at the bridge approximately 600 yards downstream. The owners of the first 10 ducks to cross the winning line will receive a prize, all donated by local business.
Since 2016 we have included a ‘Corporate’ race. We already have several local businesses sponsoring ducks and we are continuing to invite others to join this prestigious corporate event. For just £25 local business owners can sponsor a duck or 2 for the bargain price of £40. Each business will have an opportunity to win a prize to share around their employees. This race which takes place immediately before the main race has become a popular and integral part of the day!
The Duck race is a great day for all the family, with a number of fun things to do. We will be serving tea, coffee, hot chocolate, hot dogs and delicious doughnuts. There will be a tombola, prize every time cuddly toy stall, hook a duck for the children and a chance, for a small donation. to own one of our ‘retired ducks’. In addition, this time we will be inviting attendees to choose a name for our charity mascot – our giant duck. For just £1.50 people can have the opportunity to sponsor a duck and win a prize. If you want to avoid the queues on the day it is possible to buy your duck race tickets on line – just go to our web site www.ageuk.org.uk/derbyandderbyshire
We usually gather around 1pm and we aim to launch the ducks by 2pm. There is lots to keep everyone busy during the lead up to the race and we try to make sure that everyone who wants to purchase a ticket at just £1.50 can do so. Angela Barnes, fundraising manager for Age UK Derby & Derbyshire said, “The Duck Race has become a tradition and attracts hundreds of local people and many family pets. It is one of the few events that all of the family can enjoy together. And there is always a great atmosphere. The people in the Toton/Beeston/Long Eaton/Sandiacre, Stapleford, Nottingham and Derby area now attend as a matter of course and we hope that although we have had to change the day this year that our usual supporters will be there on the day.
All of the money raised will be used to benefit local older people.
To reserve a duck, go to our website: www.ageuk.org.uk/derbyandderbyshire or
call Angela Barnes – 01773 766922/ 07745 191777 or email
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