Englefield Bathtub Derby
A fleet of unusual vessels take to the waters of Takapuna Beach for the annual Englefield Bathtub Derby. Each team customises an Englefield Sorrento bathtub with motors, sails or pedals before testing its speed and 'sinkability' in the lively races.
The competitors, also known as 'tubbers', fall into three different categories. Those with motorised boats, who complete a 2000m course, sail boats, who race for 750m and paddle or pedal boats, who have to complete a 100m distance.
Back on dry land, spectators cheer on the bathtubs from the flat white sands of Takapuna Beach. There's also refreshments, a barbecue and beach games, making this a fun day out for all the family.
Related Information
Website: Englefield Bathtub Derby Website
| Contact Details | |
|---|---|
| Name: | Englefield Bathtub Derby |
| Email: | info@bathtubderby.co.nz |
| Phone: | +64 (0) 9 489 2229 |
| Address: | Level 1, 145 Kitchener Road, PO Box 101-612, NSMC 0745 Milford, Auckland, New Zealand |
| Venue Information: | Takapuna Beach |
| Full Name: | |
| Address: | Strand |
| Directions: | Easily accessible by bus. If driving, exit the SH1 Northern Motorway at Esmonde Road. There's free parking on Killarney Street, one block back from the beach. |
| Other Information: | Takapuna Beach |
| Website: | Takapuna Beach Website |
| Contact Details | |
|---|---|
| Name: | Englefield Bathtub Derby |
| Email: | info@bathtubderby.co.nz |
| Phone: | +64 (0) 9 489 2229 |
| Address: | Level 1, 145 Kitchener Road, PO Box 101-612, NSMC 0745 Milford, Auckland, New Zealand |
| Name: | New Zealand Tourist Office |
| Location: | New Zealand |
| Address: | Level 22, Vodafone house, 157 Lambton Quay, Wellington |
| Email: | sallyk@tnz.govt.nz |
| Phone: | +64 (0) 4 462 8055 |
