Duck Race 2026
The annual duck race is a fun activity run by Leigh Lions in Old Leigh. This year it took place on Sunday 21st June.
As in previous years, we ran games & a book stall on Strand Wharf while we waited for the race to start.
As the incoming tide began to flow, we released the 1400 numbered ducks into the Thames Estuary, closely shepherded by Leigh Lions and 3rd Chalkwell Bay Sea Scouts: the ducks raced down Leigh Creek to the finishing line at Belton Wharf, where they were all quickly gathered up.
The owners of the winning tickets have all been contacted and prize monies paid out.
We offer our sincere thanks to the prize sponsor Priority Management Ltd. and to
Essex Community First Aid Volunteers & Beach School Explorers for helping make the event extra safe and fun
The first four ducks home were:
Duck Race 2025
On Sunday the 17th August with the sun out the Lions held there Duck Race, it happened a little earlier than we thought due to a stiff breeze blowing the incoming tide up the Thames! All 1400 ducks were released and they all raced along the creak at Leigh. This saw an even larger crowd cheering them on with many families walking alongside the ducks as they raced.
The first four were:
We will be in contact with the winners very soon
With the aid of members of the Leigh on Sea Lions Club and 3rd Chalkwell Bay Scouts, all of the ducks were safely collected and, pending a wash and brush up,they will be making a return in 2026.
Our thanks go to our sponsors Sara’s Tea Rooms for the prizes: we hope all enjoyed the day.
For more information please contact info@leighlions.co.uk
