What’s On
Regatta for the Disabled offers a fun filled day of accessible activities on and by the River Thames for those with disabilities and their families/carers not always available to people of all ages and abilities.
Programme
| 10.30am | Boat Rides start (reservations required) |
| 10.30-12.30 | Bellboating Races |
| 11.00 | Storytelling |
| 11.30 |
Punch & Judy |
| 11.45 | Live Music – Phoenix & Jumping Fleas Ukuleles |
| 12.15pm | Storytelling |
| 12.30 | Drumming Workshop |
| 12.45 | Live Music – Lauren |
| 1.00 |
Punch & Judy |
| 1.15 | Live Music – Phoenix & Jumping Fleas Ukuleles |
| 1.30 | Drumming Workshop |
| 1.30-3.30 | Bellboating Races |
| 1.45 | Storytelling |
| 2.15 | ADFA Song for Regatta “We’re All In This Together” |
| 2.30 | Punch & Judy |
| 2.45 | Live Music – Lauren |
| 3.15 | Storytelling |
| 3.30 | Bellboating Prizegiving |
* All timings are approximate and subject to change
Circus Scene will demonstrate juggling and other skills throughout the day with opportunities to try it yourself.
The Storytellers will also be wandering about the field making balloon animals, performing magic tricks and other entertainment throughout the day.
Other Activities and Refreshments:
- Boat trips including wheelchair access on Rivertime – book a time on arrival
- Climbing wall – wheelchair users can be hoisted in a harness. Plenty of help to reach that target!
- Millers Ark Animals – meet friendly sheep, goats, rabbits and much more!
- Find the Ducks!
- Soft Archery
- Face Painting
- Craft stall – have a go at jewellery making
- Rowing machines – enter the competition on an adapted Ergo.
- Hot & cold food including vegetarian, ice-cream, soft drinks and beer