Bradford Hospitals Charity set to make a splash
Teams are preparing to take to the water this weekend as the Bradford Dragon Boat Festival returns on Sunday 5 July, raising vital funds for Bradford Hospitals Charity.
Five teams will compete in the high-energy event, battling it out on the water in a bid to support patients, families and staff across Bradford Teaching Hospitals. The annual festival promises both friendly competition and a strong community spirit, as participants race for victory while fundraising for a meaningful cause.
Bradford Hospitals Charity funds projects and services that go beyond what the NHS can provide alone. This includes investment in cutting-edge medical technology, improvements to hospital environments, and additional support to enhance the experience of patients, their loved ones and NHS staff.
Five teams are competing in this year’s Dragon Boat Festival, to support the work of Bradford Hospitals Charity.
- Hard To BEaT, led by Jill Horsfall - Education Lead : Pre-registration Learning, Development & Funding
- Neonatal Ninjas, led by Julie Pearce - Neonatal Ward Manager
- Prescription Paddlers, led my Azeem Yaseen – Pharmacy Technician
- ACS Dragon Boat Team, led by Chris Gray
- Laura Kettlewell's team
The Dragon Boat Festival is a highlight in the local fundraising calendar, bringing together colleagues and community members in support of healthcare services across the district. Spectators are expected to line the banks to cheer on the crews as they paddle their way through the competition.
Supporters are encouraged to get involved by donating to the teams taking part, helping to ensure that Bradford Hospitals Charity can continue funding projects that make a real difference every day.
With excitement building, all eyes will be on the water this Sunday to see which team rises to the challenge—and which might struggle to keep in sync—as Bradford comes together for a day of sport, fundraising and community spirit.