Dragon Boat racing was established in 1976 in Hong Kong, and in 1982 crews from Western Europe, Australia and America were invited to take part. There are now almost 50 countries actively involved across five continents.
In Britain, Dragon Boat racing has become one of the fastest growing corporate sports, with many charities organising races between companies.

Each Dragon Boat is about 40 feet long, and is decorated with a dragon's head and tail. Crews of up to 18 people paddle, with a helmsman to steer and a drummer to keep the rhythm.

WSPC own two Dragon Boats. A mixed crew from WSPC and Moss Pharmacy have won the Imperial Cancer Research charity race for the past three years, and are currently National Charity Champions.

For further information, please see the Wraysbury Dragons site or contact
Eleanor Grice via email (eleanorgrice@btinternet.com).