Video: Hundreds turn out for Lough Neagh Rescue Raft Race and fun day

A 500-strong crowd came out to show their support for Lough Neagh Rescue at the charity’s annual family fun day at Battery Harbour in Ardboe.
By Shauna Corr
Published 9th Aug 2015, 20:58 BST
The raft race gets underwayThe raft race gets underway
The raft race gets underway

Crew were delighted even the sun decided to make an appearance after the event had to be cancelled just weeks ago because of severe weather conditions.

Eight teams took part in the fun day’s maiden raft race, with The Magherys scooping first place and winning the Jerome Crozier Memorial Shield.

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A team from Lavery’s Bar came runners-up in a not-so-close second place.

The raft race gets underwayThe raft race gets underway
The raft race gets underway

A magic show, petting zoo, climbing wall and football tournament all kept the little ones entertained, while Catherine McAllister took home first prize for the Best Dressed Teddy competition.

A spokesman for the charity said: “It was great to see so many come out in support of Lough Neagh Rescue.

“As well as everyone who came out today, we would like to thank Mid Ulster council, each of our sponsors, the Battery Bar, local shops, all of our volunteers and Tobin Youth Group who donated the tables and chairs.

“Without support both locally and further afield we would not be able to save the lives we do.”