THE Boscastle Primary School Duck Race Day went ‘swimmingly’ as hundreds of ducks battled it out for the top spot.

The event was held at the harbour on Sunday, July 2, in glorious weather.

The event was organised by the school Parent Teacher Association and held on Mrs Jane Castling’s lawn by the harbour.

It was an action packed day with various stalls and refreshments. Pupils from the school ran their own games for the crowds to enjoy and there was also opportunities to test skills with skittles and the coconut shy.

The pupils also provided entertainment with their Boscastle School’s Got Talent with nearly half of the school performing during the afternoon.

The acts included singers, dancers, instrumentalists and science demonstrations.

The school staff band regrouped this year for a special performance featuring Janet Lathom the school secretary who is retiring after 30 years’ dedicated service.

Mrs Lathom was presented with a bouquet of flowers on behalf of the School Association as a thanks for all of her support for them over the years.

The event concluded with the Duck Race with the winning Ducks being 170, 106 and 315.

Boscastle Primary School headteacher Sarah Duffy said: “It has been a wonderful day and brilliantly organised by the School Association. The children have worked hard on their performances for the talent show and we would like to thank Morwenna Gee for helping the children in their preparations.

“The rain of the past week meant there was plenty of water for the Duck Race and it was definitely quite a sprint this year! The support from the village and visitors has been fantastic and we have raise approximately £3,000 for the school.”