Jointly organised by Looe RNLI volunteers and the Looe Boat Owners Association (LBOA), the Looe raft race is one of the town's most popular events, attracting hundreds of spectators, who can watch the action from plenty of vantage points along the Banjo Pier and the quaysides on either side of the river

As well as an enjoyable day on the river this event raises valuable funds to support the lifesaving work of the volunteer crews of the Looe RNLI Lifeboat Station.

Those taking part can in the raft race can create their own JustGiving Fundraising Page to raise essential funds by clicking on the "Start Fundraising" button.

You can also simply make a donation by clicking on the "Give Now" button.

Teams can join in several classes, from junior and adult fun to elite and compete not just for the fun and the fundraising, but also for trophies and prizes donated by organisations and businesses in the town. Awards are given to the class winners, as well as to best fundraiser and best fancy dress.

The elite and adult teams will paddle the course from East Looe beach along the river to a turn above the bridge and return to the finish line at the lifeboat slipway. They will be joined by the juniors who start from little beach, by the lifeboat station.

To sign up to take part in this years Looe Raft Race please visit https://rnli-looe-raft-race-2025.eventbrite.co.uk