This will be the 12th anniversary of the Rotary Dragon Boat Challenge and as much as 2019 will be hard to beat, our programme for 2022 promises to be our best yet. Up to now we have raised over £350,000 for Charities and hope to top £400,000 after this year!

The dragon boat racing will be as exciting as ever - with several cups up for grabs from a revised, more competitive format. There will be plenty of entertainment, activities and attractions for a great family day out too. A fantastic festival atmosphere around the park is guaranteed, especially if the sun is shining! Everyone is encouraged to participate - seasoned paddlers to beginners alike.

To be held on the 9th July 2022 on Pugneys Country Park Lake in Wakefield, the Huddersfield, Wakefield Chantry and Horbury & Ossett Phoenix Rotary clubs are ready to welcome teams from across Yorkshire to take part in this annual fundraiser which continues to go from strength to strength.

The racing is run by "Race the Dragon" who are one of the largest dragon boat event operators in the country. This means the Dragon Boat Challenge is not only incredibly well organised but safe and most of all lots of fun.

What does the event involve?

The Dragon Boat Challenge will consist of each team racing 3 times during the day. The final will be between the 6 teams with the best aggregate times, racing head-to-head to see who is crowned the winner and take the Stuart Wardell Memorial Trophy to keep for one year. There will also be a Ladies final between the 4 fastest teams consisting of at least 50% ladies.

Teams are encouraged to dress as outlandishly as possible with a Best Dressed Trophy awarded on the day.

There is lots to see and do on the day and whether you are a team member or have come along to support a team or charity, you are going to have a great time.