Richmond - Heart

The Richmond Duck Club Grand Duck Race - The Batts

Date:
Mon 4 May 2026 2:20 PM - 3:00 PM

About The Richmond Duck Club Grand Duck Race - The Batts

Richmond's Grand Duck Race takes place on the first May Bank Holiday. Over two and a half thousand ducks are tipped into the River Swale from the Green Bridge, cheered on their way by the many visitors and residents, who never tire of this spectacular sight. Excited spectators follow the race along the course of the river, as ducks crash over the Falls to the finishing line at the Batts, near Station Bridge.

Club members and volunteers use canoes, kayaks, nets and sticks to ensure that no duck gets stranded or abandoned. Money is raised through ticket sales, each ticket with a corresponding duck, and generous prizes are awarded for 1st, 2nd and 3rd, with a consolation prize for the last duck home.

All money raised goes towards supporting children in RIchmond

Performances

Performance Date & TimeTicket PriceTicket Link
Monday 4 May 2:20pm Free
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