About Olney Riverfest 2025 Raft Race
Thank you for entering our raft race, we hope you and your team will have a fun day! You will be racing along the River Great Ouse starting from the Weir at Emberton Country Park to the Swimming Steps on Olney Recreation Ground.
Please note, if you wish to enter more than one team, you must create separate entries.
All entrants will be bound by the rules and the spirit of the event. Please read the Raft Race Rules and Disclaimer on our website HERE, before purchasing your ticket. At the Checkout page please complete the additional questions for our records.
Before the event, please download and complete our Disclaimer form and bring to the start line.
With thanks to our sponsor, Olney Meadows Care Home
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Location:
The Weir at Emberton Country Park, off the A509.
Date:
Sunday 6th July.
Running times:
11:15am: Raft Race scrutineering starts
11:45am: Draw for Raft Race running order
12:00pm: Duck Race starts
12:45pm: Raft Race starts
You’re advised to:
• cover any open wounds with waterproof dressing
• avoid swallowing water
• seek medical attention for any cuts sustained during the race
• wash your hands with soap ASAP after the race
• seek medical advice if you feel unwell in the days following the race
Start: Emberton Park Weir, Emberton Country Park, Olney Road, Emberton, MK46 5FJ
Finish: Olney Recreation Ground, East Street, Olney, MK46 4DW
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