Making a splash with 21 pictures from the famous Appley Bridge Duck Race

The biennial event saw people drop a numbered rubber duck in the Leeds-Liverpool Canal in the hope of winning a cash prize.

Everyone had their fingers crossed as they willed on the ducks and first across the line was one owned by Lauren Fleming, from Worsley Hall, who scooped £350.

The event at Heron’s Wharf was part of a fun day which included a fun fair, games, stalls, food and drink, and live music.

It was held to raise money for Appley Bridge Scouts and Cancer Research UK.

A spokesman for the 1st Appley Bridge (53rd Ormskirk) Scout Group said: “What a quacking day! The sun was shining (mostly) and smiles all around. We would once again like to thank everyone that came out in force to support your local community.

“The money from this event will go on to provide valuable skills for life though scouting and assist in finding the cure for cancer! So thank you!”