It was appropriate that the event in aid of the Blue Skies Hospital Fund took place under dazzling blue skies on one of the loveliest days of the years so far – and the conditions certainly brought the spectators out, with scores eager to get a view of the colourful craft on the water.
Teams of 17 each took part and it is hoped the event will have raised a good sum for the Blue Skies charity, which, In partnership with Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, enhances the provision of patient care for public benefit.
7. Blue Skies Dragon Boat Festival at Fairhaven Lake
The rowers respond in impressive style. Photo: Daniel Martino
8. Blue Skies Dragon Boat Festival at Fairhaven Lake
A goose glides along Fairhaven Lake serenely amid the racing action at the Blue Skies Dragon Boat Festival. Photo: Daniel Martino
9. Blue Skies Dragon Boat Festival at Fairhaven Lake
This pair were colourfully kitted out to keep the sun at bay at the Blue Skies Dragon Boat Festival at Fairhaven Lake Photo: Daniel Martino
10. Blue Skies Dragon Boat Festival at Fairhaven Lake
Imaginative costumes added to the spectacle at the Blue Skies Dragon Boat Festival. Photo: Daniel Martino
11. Blue Skies Dragon Boat Festival at Fairhaven Lake
Spectators were eager to capture the Blue Skies Dragon Boat Festival action at Fairhaven Lake. Photo: Daniel Martino
12. Blue Skies Dragon Boat Festival at Fairhaven Lake
This trio certainly added to the colour of the Blue Skies Dragon Boat Festival at Fairhaven Lake. Photo: Daniel Martino