Bluebell Wood dragon boats fight it out at Manvers Lake

Bluebell Wood Children’s Hospice brought its dragon boat race back to Manvers Lake on Saturday.

Fourteen teams took to colourful custom-built boats to vie for victory and raise much-needed cash for the hospice.

The event also included giant inflatable Zorb balls, live music, dancing Chinese dragons, fairground rides, inflatables and face painting.

After three fiercely contested heats, the four fastest teams battled it out in a grand finale, with Loadhog Leviathans emerging triumphant.

Helen Mower, head of fundraising for Bluebell Wood, said: “We’d like to say a huge thank you to all the teams that helped to make this year’s Dragon Boat Race such a fantastic event. 

“It was a great day out for competitors and spectators alike, thanks to our sponsors Capita and Loadhog, and all the vendors who took part. 

“Every penny raised will help our families to make special memories, whether they have days, months or years left together.”