‘The Price is Wightfibre’ team last year
This Thursday, Island Harbour will be host to the Dragon Boat Race for the third consecutive year. The event is held by Isle of Wight Festival in partnership with Stand Up To Cancer. There will be national and local companies competing on the water in a series of races leading to a grand final, whilst everyone can enjoy a whole day’s entertainment.
Last year more than £64,000 was raised by the race for Stand Up To Cancer, with 20 teams signing up to take part in the event. The race often attracts the odd celebrity too – Ronan Keating, Shane Lynch, Caroline Corr and Nicholas Pinnock have all previously taken part. The giant dragon skull from Game of Thrones which you may have seen at the Isle of Wight Festival sits taking pride of place at the Harbour which is very symbolic for the race.
Husband and wife duo, John and Caroline Giddings
“We’re delighted to host the third annual Dragon Boat Race in partnership with Stand Up to Cancer. The Dragon Boat Race is the perfect way mark the countdown to the Festival.” – Caroline Giddings, Commercial Director of The Isle of Wight Festival
Find out who is #FastestIW this Thursday at Island Harbour from 10am.
