Wokingham

Young people from across Wokingham Borough had fun on the river while learning about water safety at the Big Splash on Sunday July 5.

The Big Splash, which was organised by Wokingham Borough Council’s community wardens, included races for youngsters in unsinkable katakanu boats, as well as face-painting, a barbecue and sports organised by the Council’s sports development team.

Circus Scene, which runs circus workshops, was on hand to teach some tricks and representatives from the fire service and Just Around the Corner (a group that provides mobile youth activities in Woodley) also joined in the fun.

At the end of the day, Wokingham Borough Council executive member for community development Cllr John Kersley handed out prizes to the race winners.

Wokingham Cllr Kersley said: “It was obvious that the young people had a great time at the Big Splash and if they learnt some valuable lessons on water safety that is an added bonus. It was nice to see youngsters enjoying the water in a safe way and I was delighted to present the prizes to the race winners.”

The safety advice was provided by the staff of the Wokingham Waterside Centre.

Wokingham Borough Council