TEAMS of six are set to battle it out to create the most durable and fastest raft they can as they look to save a damsel in distress in Swanage next month.
The ever-popular Raft Race, organised by Swanage Lifeboat Station, is taking place on Friday, August 15 at 6pm at Swanage Sea Front as part of Swanage Lifeboat Week.
People are asked to get creative as extra points will up for grabs for the best decorated raft.
A Swanage Lifeboat Station spokesperson said: “The raft must be self-propelled; no engines allowed!
“All rafts and their crew must be passed as ‘fit to go to sea’ by our independent race scrutineer.
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“Extra points will be awarded for decoration and the best fancy dress!”
No alcohol is to be consumed throughout the race, and lifejackets must be worn at all times.
Teams must be registered 30 minutes before the race kicks off.
No rafts are to be left on the beach after the race finishes – it is the responsibility of each team to dispose of their raft.
The event always proves to be popular Picture: Swanage Lifeboat Station
A voluntary donation of £5 per paddler is suggested. There is no charge for the damsel. This can be paid on the day or through Eventbrite.
The event is part of the annual Swanage Lifeboat Week that is taking place from August 9 to August 17.
There are expected to be extra celebrations this year, as 2025 marks 150 years since the RNLI established a lifeboat station in Swanage.
For the full list of events, visit www.swanage.events/swanage-lifeboat-week/
To sign up for the Raft Race, visit www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/swanage-lifeboat-week-raft-race-2025-tickets-1338450604789
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