Warwick pancake race to return a week after Shrove Tuesday

By James Smith

20th Feb 2023 | Local News

Market Square will host the annual pancake races on the afternoon of Tuesday, February 28 (Photo by Warwick Rotary Club)
Market Square will host the annual pancake races on the afternoon of Tuesday, February 28 (Photo by Warwick Rotary Club)

On Tuesday, February 28 local children will take part in the annual pancake races organised by the Rotary Club of Warwick.

The eagle eyed will recognise that this is a week later than Shrove Tuesday, due to the schools' half term.

Children from nine local primary schools will keep the tradition alive by racing in Warwick's Market Square, hosted by club president, Keith Talbot

'Grown–ups' are also invited to join in, with local businesses invited to sign up.

If you can find a team of four for £10 they can race at 1pm, and prizes will be given to the winning team.

The children's races start at 1.30pm and will be cheered on by a large turn-out of parents, classmates and spectators.

This year's event is supported again by Tesco, providing the prizes; The Globe supplying hot pancakes; whilst local pubs and coffee shops will provide hot drinks.

A trophy will be awarded to each winning team.

Rotary club organiser Jackie Crampton said: "This is a nice way to keep a tradition alive and we are hoping for some fine spring weather on the day.

"Warwick Rotarians are out in force to marshal the event and this is one of the events we arrange for the local community."

If you want to join in contact the club at [email protected].

     

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