Wistaston set to make splash at Model Boat and Duck Race

Wistaston is gearing up for one of its most popular family events – the annual Model Boat and Duck Race.

The event is to take place on Saturday September 6th at the scenic Joey the Swan parkland, behind the Wistaston sign on Church Lane.

From 1pm, visitors can enjoy a range of stalls and fun games.

Admission to the event is free, organisers ask everyone to bring cash as many of the smaller stalls and activities won’t be able to take cards.

This year’s programme has five competitions to enter and prizes up for grabs:

1. Best Designed Homemade Children’s Model Boat – judging at 2:10pm.
2. Children’s Model Boat Race (boats max 30cm) – starts 2:30pm. Entries also taken on the day (before 2pm).
3. The Famous Duck Race – starts 3:15pm. Ducks are £2 each and available on the day.
4. NEW for 2025! Best Designed Homemade Adult’s Model Boat – judging before the 2pm race.
5. NEW for 2025! Adult Model Boat Race (boats max 30cm) – starts 2pm.

In the event of poor weather, the event will be re-arranged for Saturday September 13th.

The event is organised by Wistaston Community News & Events volunteers, who also organise the Village Fete in June, Flower & Produce Show in August, the Fireworks Display in November, and the Christmas Concert in December.

New volunteers are always welcome.

For more information, visit https://www.facebook.com/wistaston or http://www.wistastoncommunity.co.uk/, or leave name and mobile number with one of the event organisers.