A fun-filled afternoon for all ages is on the way as the popular Wistaston Duck Race and Model Boat Day returns this September.

The annual community event will take place on Saturday 5 September at Joey the Swan parkland, behind the Wistaston sign on Church Lane.

Organised by volunteers from Wistaston Community News & Events, and kindly sponsored by Plumb Stone Surveyors, the free event promises an afternoon packed with entertainment, including adult and child model boat races, the ever-popular duck race, games and charity stalls.

Activities and stalls open at 1pm, with organisers reminding visitors to bring cash, as some of the smaller stalls and games are unable to accept card payments.

There will be a series of competitions throughout the afternoon, with prizes to be won.

Children and adults are being encouraged to get creative and start building their model boats now before putting them through their paces on race day.

The programme includes:

• 1:45pm: Judging for the best homemade adult model boat, followed immediately by the adult model boat race (maximum boat size 30cm)
• 2.10pm: Judging for the best homemade children's model boat
• 2.30pm: Children's model boat race (maximum boat size 30cm). Entries will be accepted on the day before 2pm
• 3.15pm: The popular duck race, with ducks available to buy on the day for £2 each

Organisers are looking for stallholders. Anyone interested in having a stall can email: [email protected] for more information.

Jacob Pizza, offering fresh ingredients from traditional Italian recipes and Pink Candy Club, selling a range of sweets are already confirmed.

A Wistaston Community News & Events spokesperson said: "The Duck Race and Model Boat Day is always one of the highlights of our community calendar and it's wonderful to see so many people coming together for a fun afternoon outdoors.

"Whether you're entering a homemade boat, trying your luck in the duck race or simply enjoying the stalls and entertainment, there's something for everyone.

"We'd love to welcome both familiar faces and first-time visitors to what promises to be another fantastic community event."

The volunteer team behind the event is also keen to welcome new members to help organise other popular village events throughout the year, including the Village Fete (June), Flower and Produce Show (August), Fireworks Display (November) and Christmas Concert (December).

For further information please visit HERE, or give your name and mobile number to any of the Wistaston Community event organisers and someone will get back to you.

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