33 sun-soaked pictures as thousands gather for Portrush Raft Race

Large crowds descended on the north coast on Saturday for the 40th Portrush Raft Race.

Started back in 1982, this popular event was created to have some fun on the beach and has grown over the years to become the largest raft race in the UK and Ireland.

With plenty of fun and fine weather, the anniversary event proved to be quite a spectacle.

5. Portrush Raft Race 2023

Enjoying a good vantage point for the event. Photo: Declan Roughan / Press Eye

6. Portrush Raft Race 2023

All set for the races. Photo: Declan Roughan / Press Eye

7. Portrush Raft Race 2023

Portrush was packed for the day. Photo: Declan Roughan / Press Eye

8. Portrush Raft Race 2023

Ready for action. Photo: Declan Roughan / Press Eye

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