A READING charity has announced the details for its annual pancake race dating back more than a quarter of a century.
Launchpad will be hosting its 26th annual Pancake Race event on Shrove Tuesday, February 21, and is now taking registration for participation.
The charity invites local businesses and organisations to compete for the grand prize, the Frying Pan Trophy.
As well as the trophy, there are also prizes for second and third place, best team spirit, best fancy dress, and best fundraising team.
All of the proceeds raised from the event will go towards funding the charity’s work supporting homeless people and those at risk of homelessness in Reading.
Winners of 2022’s race, local accountancy firm Crowe UK, were crowned with their bird-themed fancy dress, and entrants encouraged to take part in their best costumes.
Vicki Lewis, Launchpad’s fundraising manager, said: “The annual Pancake Race is a really popular event and is thoroughly enjoyed by all, whether you are taking part or spectating, it is a sight to behold!
“The costumes and Olympic-standard competition make it quite eggs-traordinary”
She explained: “Launchpad works in close partnership with the Reading community– the ongoing support we receive from local businesses is greatly appreciated.
“The event is a really fun way for people to get involved and join in with this incredible sense of community spirit.
“And in such uncertain times, the money raised by our wonderful teams is more important than ever”.
Race registration is £99. There are 34 places up for grabs for teams of four, and places are allocated on a first-come-first-served basis.
If you’d like to enter more than one team, please contact Launchpad directly via: fundraising@launchpadreading.org.uk
Entry for a team costs £99 and submissions for entry close on Monday, February 13.
