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Attending the Dragon Boat Festival
Entry to the Dragon Boat Festival site is free, as are all events held in the arenas and access to the area of the stalls and other entertainments laid on throughout the day.
Entry into the Dragon Boat competition is on a first-come first-served basis and procedures and requirements are detailed in How to Enter.
Dragonboat 2012 Team Draw
A draw will take place to decide who will race against who at Midsummer Meadow on 15 July. The results of that draw, with race order for all teams and heats, will be posted here in June
Dragon Boat Racing and the Festival
Dragon Boat racing is an ancient Chinese tradition and the fastest growing water activity in Britain today – as well as the most fun! Up to 10 people paddle each boat with a drummer at the front beating time and helm at the tail steering a straight course. No previous experience is required, just plenty of team spirit!
Gable Events has joined with the Rotary Clubs of Northampton and their chosen charities to bring you the Dragon Boat Festival to be staged on the River Nene in Northampton. The Festival is open to everyone and 36 crews are expected to battle it out over the 250m race course, watched by several thousand spectators. The central Northampton location offers a superb venue for racing and a fabulous day is guaranteed with bank side entertainment, food and fun activities for all the family.
Entry includes:
- Dragon boats, qualified helms and all racing equipment
- At least 3 races per crew
- Live music
- Souvenir programme (one per crew)
- Trophy for the winning crew and medals for the top three crews
- Special award for the crew delivering the most money for the charities
- Prize for the best dressed crew
Other Activities
As well as the stalls, events and the Dragon Boat racing itself, crews will also be invited to participate in other activities to help make sure the time between races is as much fun as the event itself. Additional details will be provided here closer to the date, so check back later.
Parking and Site Layout
Racing takes place downstream from the Avon Bridge on Nunn Mills Road. Public, stallholder & competitor parking will be identified by signs and attendants will direct you to the appropriate designated location. Stalls and entertainments are located on Midsummer Meadow. The site layout can be seen by clicking below:
Tax Benefits:
Sponsorship donations can give substantial tax benefits for both individuals and companies. Under the Gift Aid Scheme for example, higher-rate tax payers can get about £70 off their own tax bill for a single £300 donation. The Charity will also receive an extra £84 from the Inland Revenue making their benefit £384 at a cost to you of £230.
Companies will also be able to reduce their tax bill at their own particular rate.
