At least 160 people are expected to splash into the River Severn in Shrewsbury next month in an attempt to claim the coveted Coracle World Championships title.
The event, now in its 17th year, has already raised more than £350,000 for the Macmillan Cancer Support charity, with £29,500 raised at last year’s event, held between the banks of the river at the Pengwern Boat Club and Quarry Park.
The event is supported by local company Invertek Drives Ltd which has already raised thousands of pounds for Macmillan Cancer Support through a range of events, including the coracle championships over the past three years.At least 160 people have signed up for this year's event. Jayney Davies, Chair of the event’s organising committee, said: “We’re anticipating yet another fun packed day on the river raising much needed funds for Macmillan. Each year we’re overwhelmed by the support from local people, businesses, and organisations. We hope as many people will again join us as spectators on the river banks."At least 160 people have signed up for this year's event.
“Macmillan is a charity very close to Invertek’s heart. Our employees have helped raise thousands of pounds over the years through coffee mornings, events, and the coracle championships. The charity supports many people throughout the Shropshire and Mid Wales area and we’re looking forward to raising more much needed money for it.”
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