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Dragon Boats on Loch Ken

Country
Scotland
Charity number
SC041432
Status
Active
Registered
April 27, 2010
Legal form
Unincorporated association

Address

Address
48 Main Street
St John’s Town of Dalry
Castle Douglas
DG7 3UW

Activities

'It carries out activities or services itself'

'the advancement of public participation in sport'

Dragon Boats on Loch Ken was set up in 2011 originally for breast cancer survivors. In 2013 they expanded their remit to include anyone over the age of 12. We currently have two Dragon Boats each of which can accomodate up to 20 paddlers plus a helm. Paddling is a gentle, low impact sport and is suitable for any level of fitness. We paddle on Sunday mornings from April through to October, weather permitting. We are based out of Galloway Activity Centre on the A713. We have a number of trained Helms, all volunteers, all local. Our Trustees are all local people and all volunteers. Our aim is to provide an inclusive environment for all who come along. We have people who are cancer survivors, have spina bifida, are registered blind, are stroke survivors. All we ask is that you feel confident in water - we provide a buoyancy aid and a safety briefing.

Beneficiaries: 'People with disabilities or health problems','Other defined groups'

Objectives: Dragon Boats on Loch Ken aims to make a positive difference in the lives of people living in Dumfries and Galloway by engaging with individuals, schools, sport/youth & community groups to encourage inclusive involvement in a new sport leading to a healthier happier lifestyle for people in the community.

Geography

Main operating location
Dumfries And Galloway
Geographical spread
A specific local point, community or neighbourhood

Finances

Period end Income Expenditure
March 31, 2026 £7,163 £15,236
March 31, 2025 £14,729 £4,364
March 31, 2024 £11,923 £3,765
March 31, 2023 £3,043 £2,603
March 31, 2022 £270 £392
March 31, 2021 £0 £502