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Portland Week 2024 - The boatfolk Big Weekend Portland Paddle Parade

  • Registration on arrival - no booking needed
  • Free
  • Register at the event marquee

Saturday 24th August 2024

Portland Marina

13:30 - 14:30

Parading Portland style! Join the Portland paddle parade around the marina, fancy dress optional, but strongly encouraged! Choose to join Team Pirate, Team Mermaid, come as a sea creaturer or just as yourself... Paddle your dinghy, kayak or SUP.

There's no need to book, but you'll need to pre-register at the event marquee before hitting the water. 

Children must be accompanied by an adult on the water and the wearing of buoyancy aids/lifejackets is compulsory fior under 18's, although we strongly recommend everyone wears one. Please wear footwear on the pontoons, preferably closed toe. We suggest you bring a change of clothing and a towel in case you take a dip or are splashed by another participant! The marina washrooms will be available for anyone needing a warm shower/rinse off afterwards.

SUP's & kayaks - you must be a competent paddler and able to swim 50m in light clothing.

Dinghies - you must be a competent rower and water confident.

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