Chester Raft Race

Get ready to make a splash this summer as the Chester Raft Race returns for another unforgettable event!Join us for a day filled with laughter, music, free entertainment and plenty of river fun. Watch as the rafts paddle their way down Chester’s beautiful River Dee, racing to win awards while raising money for fantastic causes. With prime viewing from the river banks, watch the racing then visit the meadows event village for food, drinks & entertainment throughout the afternoon.Chester Raft Race has been going for over 50 years, and is known as one of the biggest and best raft race events in the country.Expect to see up to 50 rafts out on the water between 10am and 12:30pm, all competing for awards such as fastest raft, best dressed, most innovative or greenest... there's even award for the fastest sinker!There's plenty of friendly competition which makes witnessing the event a great day out for the whole family.Cheer on your favourite teams and enjoy the once a year spectacle of people from all over the UK trying to stay afloat on the River Dee!The race is put on by the Chester Grosvenor Round Table to raise funds for fantastic local charities. Everyone is welcome!