Olney Riverfest 2026 Raft Race

About Olney Riverfest 2026 Raft Race

Thank you for entering our raft race, we hope you and your team will have a fun day! You will be racing against the clock 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 combined Paddleboard and Raft Race Rules and Disclaimer on our website HERE before buying 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.

Location:

The Weir at Emberton Country Park, off the A509.

Date:

Sunday 5th July.

Running times:

11:15am: Paddleboard & Raft Race scrutineering starts

11:45am: Draw for Paddleboard & Raft Race running order

12:00pm: Duck Race starts

12:45pm: Paddleboard & 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 and explain you have been in contact with the river