Vale of White Horse District Council
Abbey House, Abbey Close,
Abingdon, OX14 3JE
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Vale of White Horse District Council

Watersports fun for everyone

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Tuesday 23 June 2009

Vale residents are being encouraged to try something new this summer by joining in the fun at Abingdon's Watersports Open Day.

People of all ages and abilities will get the chance to try out a whole host of water related activities on 11 July thanks to the Vale of White Horse District Council, Kingfisher Canoe Club, Pathfinder Youth Canoe Club, Abbey Sailing Club and Abingdon Rowing Club.

Anyone visiting the Watersports Open Day will get the chance to have a go at kayaking, rowing and sailing for free, as well as having the opportunity to take part in competitions, watch rowing demonstrations and tuck into a tasty BBQ.

Vale Council Physical Activity Co-ordinator Tom Butler said: "Watersports such as sailing, rowing and kayaking can be great fun, especially during the summer, so hopefully as many people as possible will come down and have a go at something new or a sport they used to enjoy."

If you would like to try your hand at a new Watersport, or simply just fancy spending a bit of time in the sun watching the demonstrations, then why not pop down to the Abingdon Watersports Open Day at Wilsham Road, Abingdon, between 10am and 3pm on 11 July.  Everyone is welcome.