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Celebrities sign up for Coate Water dragon boat races
Thanks to Swindon’s newest Rotary Also in the crew will be North dragon boat day for Animals Asia and
Club, Swindon Phoenix, and spon- Swindon MP Justin Tomlinson and have started training.”
soring partners Feltham Construc- his wife Jo. On the day each team of up to 20
tion, a brand new dragon boat racing Expressing his support for the cause will be supplied with a dragon boat
event for charities and organisations Justin said: “Thanks go to Roger Ogle and a drummer to beat the paddle
takes place on Sunday 30 June at at Link magazine for introducing us rate. Each crew will take part in sev-
Coate Water. to Sarah and Dave Chilvers of the eral heats over the 250 metre course
The Swindon branch of Animals support group. Jo is a passionate sup- ending in a final trophy race.
Asia will be launching a celebrity porter of wildlife causes and in Parlia- Enter a team via www.dragonboat-
boat, which includes Downton Ab- ment I have hosted events on ending swindon.org.uk
bey actor and keen animal charity whaling and promoting the Friends of • Swindon Guide Dogs are also look-
supporter Peter Egan (subject to work the Earth bee cause campaign. We're ing for paddlers. Contact chair Alan
commitments). very excited about taking part in the Fletcher on 01793 827589 to join
their crew.
Hike the night for free along The Ridgeway
Rotary Club of Swindon Thamesdown provides the opportunity for
organisations to raise money for their work, and also individuals who CYCLE REPAIRS
support local, national and international charities.
Over the years the Walkley Mid- Rotary club members provide route The better weather is here!
night Walk has raised over £220,000. marshalls, first aiders and free snacks Time to call
There is no entry fee to take part in with hot and cold drinks. Take part
the 20 mile hike. by registering at: www.rotaryclubof- The Bike Doctor
The event starts at 11pm on 15 June swindonthamesdown.org.uk
at the Red Lion Pub in Avebury after Or contact Bob Barrett: barrett- for service, repairs, parts, accessories
a courtesy coach transfer from the fin- [email protected] or 07833 972281. Over 35 years and FREE collection & delivery
ish point at Bishopstone village hall Walk for Swindon Guide Dogs experience from home or work
at 9.30pm, where cars can be parked Swindon Guide Dogs for the Blind are For fast, friendly service, call Phil Mitchell on
free of charge overnight. looking for people to raise funds by 01793 874873 day or evening or 07850 650956 (mobile)
Early on Sunday morning The participating in the Walkley Midnight Visit our new web site:
Royal Oak in Bishopstone will serve Walk. To help contact Alan Fletcher on www.bikedoctorswindon.co.uk
a hearty breakfast to tired walkers. 01793 827589.

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