More than 40 teams made a splash for cash in aid of Martin House Children’s Hospice for the annual event on Waterloo Lake.
Maddie Bentley, events manager at Martin House, said: “The Dragon Boat Race is such a great spectacle – there are races every 10 minutes, so there’s plenty of fast andfurious action to watch.”
The day saw teams of 10, plus a drummer, paddle for victory in a series of heats, culminating in the grand final which saw the winning team take home the Dragon Boat Race trophy, eventually won by the Army Foundation College.
There were also prizes for the best fancy dress and highest fundraisers. There were also tug-of-war competitions, a family funfair and plenty of food stalls.
1. Dragon Boat Racing at Roundhay Park
Smurf, wind and fire.....Mike Martin dressed for the occasion Photo: Steve Riding
2. Dragon Boat Racing at Roundhay Park
Gough and Kelly of Bramley in the tug-of-war Photo: Steve Riding
3. Dragon Boat Racing at Roundhay Park
Coun Abigail Marshall Katung, centre on the Team Labour boat. Photo: Steve Riding
4. Dragon Boat Racing at Roundhay Park
The winners, the Army Foundation College, dig deep for victory. Photo: Steve Riding
5. Dragon Boat Racing at Roundhay Park
Azbil Telstar of Birstall in the Tug of War. Photo: Steve Riding
6. Dragon Boat Racing at Roundhay Park
If there's any justice, Shoosmiths Law Firm, of Leeds, should have won for this fancy dress. Photo: Steve Riding