Pink Duck Race 2025 brings splash of colour to River Cam

More than 5,000 pink rubber ducks were released onto the River Cam in Cambridge on Sunday (21 September), raising thousands for the Pink Ribbon Foundation, a breast cancer support charity.

The inaugural Pink Duck Race drew crowds of people, with thousands also watching online.

Each duck was bought for a £5 donation from a member of the public, with all the money directly supporting the charity.

Lisa Allen, from the Pink Ribbon Foundation, said at the event: “Every duck in that water today is representing a donation, hope, strength and support for vital services across Cambridge and the rest of the UK as well.”

The winner of the fastest duck – number 2132 – won a nine-carat rose gold duck with 48 diamonds, worth more than £2,000.