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Dragon Boat teams racing on the water, with crowds cheering them on along the river banks

Sue Ryder Peterborough Dragon Boat Festival 2025

Take to the water along a 200-metre racecourse, with thousands of spectators roaring your team to the finish line. Race for Sue Ryder and help us be there when it matters.

Date and time

21 June 2025

Location

Peterborough Rowing Club
Thorpe Meadows
Peterborough
PE3 6LN

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Registration fee

Standard Package: £650 + VAT / Silver Package: £1,200 + VAT (plus £500 donation) / Gold Package: £1,650 + VAT (plus £750 donation)

Fundraising target

£500

Watch the Dragon Boat Festival highlights

Battling it out on the water

New for 2025, a total of 60 teams are expected to compete on the thrilling 200m race course, while several thousand spectators eagerly watch.

Beyond the exciting races, a wide array of bankside entertainment, delectable food stalls and fun activities are set to ensure a fabulous day out for the entire family!

Each 30 foot boat accommodates up to 10 people, with a dedicated drummer at the front beating time and our skilled helm at the tail ensuring a straight course.

No prior experience is required - all you need is lots of team spirit!

The Peterborough Dragon Boat Festival 2025 logo with dragon boat icon

Event packages

Entries will be accepted on a first come, first served basis.

There is a maximum of five boats per company or organisation.

Upon entering, you have the choice to upgrade your entry package to include a donation to Sue Ryder or raise funds in your unique way.

No refunds will be given once an entry has been accepted and there can be no refund if the Festival or racing has to be cancelled due to conditions outside the control of NewWave Events.

There is a minimum fundraising amount of £500 per entry (Silver and Gold entries go towards this).

All funds raised help Sue Ryder's expert care and grief support, so that no one has to face death or grief alone.

Festival sponsor

Castor Lodge logo

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