The 18th Cambridge Dragon Boat Festival will take place on Saturday 7 September 2024 on the River Cam at Fen Ditton.
Up to 10 people paddle each 30’ boat with a drummer at the front beating time and our helm at the tail steering a straight course. No previous experience is required, just plenty of team spirit!
We are delighted that Illumina are sponsoring this year’s festival!
Mark Robinson, VP and GM, UK and Ireland, Illumina said: “Illumina is proud to support this year’s Cambridge Dragon Boat Festival to aid Addenbrookes Charitable Trust (ACT). This unique event is just one of the ways that our team here in Cambridge is giving back to communities in which we live and work, while at the same time having a lot of fun!
“It also connects us with our mission, which is to improve human health by unlocking the power of the genome. We are passionate about breaking down barriers for patients and accelerating access to genomics. Patient support and experience is an integral part of the care journey, which is why we are honoured to partner with ACT.”
The Ditton Meadows location offers a superb venue and, as well as the exciting races, a range of bankside entertainment, food stalls and fun activities guarantee a fabulous day out for all the family.
The Cambridge Dragon Boat Festival is mainly aimed at corporate groups who are looking for a great team building day out whilst supporting and raising money for Addenbrooke’s Charitable Trust. Upon entering, you can choose to upgrade your entry package to include a donation to Addenbrooke’s Charitable Trust or you can simply raise funds in your own way.
How to sign up
If you would like to sign up your team and find out more details, please visit https://dragonboatevents.co.uk/cambridge-dragon-boat-festival/.
For any further information, please email natasha.robertson@act4addenbrookes.org.uk.
All funds raised from the Cambridge Dragon Boat Festival 2024 will be used in support of the Cambridge Cancer Research Hospital. The Cambridge Cancer Research Hospital will bring together clinical and research expertise in a new, world-class hospital, designed in partnership with staff and patients. We will detect cancer earlier, treat it more precisely, and save more lives.
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