The Deepings raft race

Supporting the Community
and Local Charities



On Raft Race day



TOP TIPS


For the best view of the rafts and the race, be at Bridge Street, Deeping St James between 11.00 & 2.00


Cheer the rafts past the finish line (Boundary Green) between 1.15 & 3pm


Large selection of stalls and funfair - all day in High Street, Market Deeping


Watch out for road closures


Whilst we don't want to inconvenience people, it is necessary for safety reasons to close some of the roads. These are listed on this website, our marshals are also there to help with alternative routes.



5th August 2018



Raft Race Times (being a live event all times are subject to change)



09:30am Stalls start opening to the public

11:00am Raft Parade from the Waterton Arms to the start area

11:30am Mini Raft Race from children (Bridge st, Deeping St James

12:noon Youth Race, sponsored by Pro Parts

01:00pm Main Race, sponsored by the Boundary Fish & Chip Shop

01:30pm The Fun Race, sponsored by Linfords Fish & Chips

01:45pm The Ladies Race, sponsored by Crowland Carpets

01:00pm The Pub Race, sponsored by The Bull PH, Market Deeping

03:45pm Best Dressed Spectator award (Market Square, MKD)

04:00pm Trophy Presentation (Market Square. MKD)



Toilet Facilities



A portaloo is provided behind the Bell PH in Deeping St James and there are public toilets in the precinct of Market Deeping. If you need anything else, look out for our Marshals and Stewards who will be wearing High Vis Raft Race vests or go to our information stand outside the Antiques Centre (Jct Godsey Lane & High St).


The Deepings Raft Race


Tel: 0843 289 7064
Email: info@deepingsraftrace.co.uk