A sunny Sunday in May saw a commotion on the river bank as the annual Great Duck Race got underway, with participants eagerly willing their ducks to paddle faster to victory. There was
a full race programme, with businesses in Shipston sponsoring the feature mallards race. A bar, food stalls, ice creams, coffees, face painting and a mini funfair added to the fun for all the family.
The day, sponsored by The Fuzzy Duck at Armscote, is a joint venture between Stour Valley Lions and Shipston on Stour’s Angling Club. The £2,800 raised will be split equally between
Fish ‘n’ Frolics and Shipston’s Youth Club.