The Chester Raft Race is an annual charity event taking place every July in the Groves on the River Dee and organised by the Rotary Club of Chester. The rafts race against the clock over an approximate 4400-metre course starting just upriver of the Royal Chester Rowing Club, passing under the pedestrian Suspension Bridge to a finish on the north bank of the river by Recorder’s Steps to the Walls and just above the weir. Although the race is over at this point, the rafts then have to retrace their route back to the launch area on the Meadows.
Last year the event also featured UK Fly-board Champion Jay St John with a spectacular display of fly-boarding right out of 007. He is scheduled to take part again with his exciting display around 10.15 before the rafts start their race at 10.30am. This year we are fundraising for the Baby Grow Appeal.
Parking
No charge for parking on the Meadows accessed through Lower Park Rd, Queens Park, CH4 7BB but please give generously to collectors for Rotary Club of Chester charities.
Entertainment
There will be children’s entertainment on the Meadows. Chester Rock Choir performs at 12 pm.
Catering
There will be refreshment facilities provided by Harker’s on the Meadows during the event. Rotary will have a BBQ providing burgers on the day.
Changing
Hot shower and toilet facilities male and female will be provided.
Entry Costs
Enter a raft: £80
Corporate Advertising: £100
Hospitality Space: £250
Corporate Advertising
Corporate advertising will allow you to place a quarter page advertisement for your company or show your logo (JPEG) in the programme. All Proceeds to @Babygrowappeal - Advertising 1/4 page: £50, 1/2 page: £75, full page: £125.
