Duck race raises a quacking total

A duck race organised by Ask the Chameleon and backed by a number of Marketing Derby Bondholders has raised over £32,000 for a community sports project.

Organised by Ask the Chameleon’s Rachel Hayward in memory of her late father, the Trent Duck Race made a splash on the River Trent – raising funds for a new boat shed at Trent Rowing Club and bringing the local business community together.

The event attracted more than 200 attendees, including many Bondholders who took part such as Smith Partnership, Nimbus Disability, Timms Solicitors, Vibrant Accountancy, Gravity Digital, Midland Lead and Dains Accountants.

More than 280 ducks took to the water – including 21 large corporate ducks, each uniquely designed by their sponsors – creating a colourful and competitive race.

Cosy Direct claimed first place, followed by TJ Parry Funeral Directors in second and The Dial Restaurant in third.

The day exceeded expectations, raising £32,130 and surpassing the original £30,000 Crowdfunder target.

This helped unlock match funding and move Trent Rowing Club closer to its plans for expanded facilities and greater community access.