News & Events

Henley Winter Series 2024/25

Overcoming challenges, the Bourne Water Dragons finally compete in the Henley Winter Series. Experience their inspiring journey on the iconic Thames, showcasing determination and teamwork. Read more about their remarkable story in the full blog!

Simulated Capsize at the Carlton Hotel Bournemouth

The Bourne Water Dragons perform capsizing drills at the Carlton Hotel Bournemouth. Read about their training at the hotel and it's application in the open water.

Annual RNLI Funday at Mudeford

Th Boune Water dragons volunteer at the annual RNLI fun day at Mudeford Quay.

Sherborne Country Fair

BWD met with 24 teams of Dragon boaters to compete in a three race heat at the Sherborne Country Fair on Bank Holiday Monday. Read on to learn the outcome.

Bourne Water Dragons Celebrate 5th Anniversary

The Bourne Water Dragons Celebrate their 5th anniversary of helping cancer survivors stay active and have a community for support.

A busy week for the Bourne Water Dragons!

Volunteers flock down to Iford in preparation of the Bourne Water Dragon's 5 anniversary.

Skydive for BWD

Mark Sansum completes his adventurous 15,000 feet Skydive, raising £200 for Bourne Water Dragons.

Christmas with the Bourne Water Dragons

The Bourne Water Dragons make 20 gift bags for Christmas day which were given out by the one and only, Father Christmas

Incredible donation from Haskins Garden Centre

Haskins Garden Centre was invited to the "Dotting of the Eye" ceremony and guest paddle of the new 12-man boat purchased with their donation to the Bournem Water Dragons, an all cancer dragon boating team.

Cookham Regatta 2023

Learn about Bourne Water Dragon's hard work at the 2023 Cookham Regatta

Dragon Boat Festival at Sherborne Castle Country Fair

Bourne Water Dragons compete in 3 dragon boat races at the Dragon Boat Festival on the grounds of Sherborne Castle

Coaching the BWD way

Discover what L4 International Performance Coach has to say about coaching the Bourne Water Dragons.

Two members have completed their training

Bob and David have worked so hard with onsite training, via Zoom sessions.

Three chemo reclining chairs donated to Bournemouth Hospital

Hilary started a 'GoFundMe' page to raise funds to buy one more reclining chemo chair for the Jigsaw Unit at Royal Bournemouth Hospital.

David Buckland's achievements as a dragon boat helm

During the 20 years David Buckland has been a Dragon boat paddler, he has helmed at race events, championships and novice charity events. Read more of his achievements.

Bob King on his helm training journey

Bob King shares his reason and journey to becoming a Dragon Boat Helm and coach for the Bourne Water Dragons

Phil Roberts on why he became a Dragon Boat helm and coach

Phil Roberts shares his story on why he became a Dragon Boat Helm and coach for the Bourne Water Dragons in addition to being a Bournemouth Sea Cadet

Twilight Paddle September 2022

The Bourne Water Dragons enjoy their last evening paddle of 2022.

Cookham Regatta - September 3rd, 2022

Immersed in the beautiful scenery of the Thames River, the Bourne Water dragons' all cancer dragon boating team attend the Cookham Regatta on September 3rd 2022.

Bucklers Hard on the Beautiful Beaulieu River

Bourne Water Dragons are out on the beautiful, Beaulieu River and the 18th Century Ship Builders Village of Bucklers Hard in the heart of the New Forest.

Mayor's Visit

Councillor David Kelsey meets the Bourne Water Dragons, the first All Cancer Survivors team in Great Britain, to participate in a Sunday morning paddle.

A Spanish Adventure

Bourne Water Dragons goes to Alicante for the 'Jan Collins Memorial Dragon Boating Festival.'

Remembrance Sunday Paddle

On Remembrance Sunday, our Dragon Boat paddled to Christchurch for a salute, 2mins silence and spoken word.

New Dragon Boat Paddles

Sunday marks the first time the team uses the new dragon boat paddles.

Twilight Paddle

Last summer outing for the Bourne Water Dragons as they embark on a “Twilight paddle“ to say goodbye to the warm weather.

Cookham Regatta on the River Thames

The Bourne Water Dragons make an appearance at the Cookham Regatta on Saturday 4th September 2021.

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