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Get your team together and paddle your way to victory in the annual Dragon Boat Race for The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award (DofE) charity.

Teams of up to 11 people (10 paddlers plus a drummer who helps keep everyone in time) will take to the waters to compete in a series of races to bid to be crowned the DofE Dragon Boat Champions of 2026!

This is a fantastic team building opportunity for businesses, sports clubs, community groups and schools.

As we celebrate 70 years of the DofE, we’re fundraising to support the next generation at a time when they need it most. Get your team together and help make sure no young person is prevented from doing their DofE due to financial barriers.

Where and when?

Place: Surrey Quays, London

Date: Friday 4 September 2026

Cost

Registration: £400 per team

Minimum fundraising: £1,800 per team

Requirements

No prior experience is necessary, and all equipment will be provided on the day. All participants must be aged 12 or over. Anyone aged 12-17 must be accompanied by a responsible adult during the event.

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