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The 2008 Straw Race is over - see the news link for all the results

News!

The Wagon & Horses pub (the start) has been closed since a fire earlier this month. Landlord, Jimmy Duffy, has been working tirelessly and we can now confirm that he will be re-opening for Straw Race day.
There will be a big barbeque, bouncy castle, face painting and balloon modelling to entertain the racers and spectators alike. The race starts at 12:00 noon, so why not take advantage of Hodgsons free bus service to join us at the Wagon & Horses and cheering on the racers?

A local business has offered the Straw Race 10% of any bookings they receive for the weekend of the Straw Race for self-catering accommodation.
WestField Lodge is in a fantastic location on the hill above Oxenhope, offering some excellent facilities and views of the surrounding countryside. If you're looking for accommodation that weekend why not visit their web site or give Robin a call on 07780 602524 and don't forget to mention the Straw Race.

You can join the Facebook Strawrace group - invite your friends!

The Straw Race collects £550 from Morrisons Customers! Click here for more information

Just a note to our regular entrants - Because of some macho men in very fast cars, this year’s race has been brought forward a week to Sunday 29th June 2008.

What is the Oxenhope Straw Race??

The Oxenhope Straw Race takes place every summer in the Pennine village of Oxenhope, near Keighley. It was started by two men who, made a bet about racing from one pub to the next carrying a bale of straw.

It has gone from strength to strength, raising around £300,000 to date. The money is raised by teams collecting sponsorship for completing the course, often in fancy dress, whilst carrying a bale of straw and visiting each of the local pubs in the village. It is great day out with a real carnival atmosphere!

The sponsorship money is collected in by the Straw Race committee, and in November it is distributed to local charities. Various other fundraising events take place throughout the year to add to the total money raised.