A Wigan village hosts crazy duck race event

Appley Bridge held the event on Sunday (May 22) where a DJ got everyone in the mood before the crowds made their way over to the 2,000-strong rubber duckie race which took place on the local canal from Heron’s Wharf.

Other attractions included a fun-fair, food and drink stalls and a licensed bar. Later there were live acts and performances with a band to keep everyone entertained.

The money raised on the day will be used to help the village schools - Shevington Vale and All Saints Primary – and the event itself was good for the local businesses recovering from the pandemic’s economic effects.

Organisers also made a conscious effort to “go green” as they asked the public not to travel by car but go by foot, cycle or public transport instead as parking spaces were limited.