On September 2nd 2007, The Great British Duck Race is taking part in London. 165,000 rubbers ducks are expected to “swim” down a 1km stretch of the River Thames near Hampton Court Palace. This would be a new world record and thr organisers are hoping that the event will raise over half a million pounds for UK charities. You can get involved today by adopting a duck and helping a worthy cause!

It’s just £2 to adopt a duck and you could win the first prize of £10,000 or one of 30 other great prizes. Your duck will be numbered and if it crosses the winning line first you’ll win the top prize. And even if you don’t win you could be helping create a world record!

The World Record for a Duck Race is currently held by The Singapore Duck Race. In 2001, they successfully sold and raced 123,500 ducks, raising $1,200,000 Singapore in the process.

Find out more and “adopt a duck” at The Great British Duck Race!