Oar-some Scouts race Dragon Boats

Newbury, Inkpen and Kintbury pull ahead

SCOUTS of all ages from the Kennet District area took part in the Berkshire Dragon Boat Competition last Sunday.

Teams from 4th Newbury (St Johns) and 1st Inkpen and Kintbury Scouts placed first and second respectively in front of cheering parents and supporters watching on the banks.

Both groups took part in a number of qualifying rounds and semi-finals before advancing to the final, bettering a number of Scout teams from across Berkshire.

The event took place at the Wokingham Waterside Centre on the River Thames.

The event requires stamina and teamwork, which both teams showed in abundance in only their second attempt at the event.

The Berkshire County Scouts organisation is looking to hold the event yearly following its rising popularity and success.