Olney Pancake Race takes place on Shrove Tuesday 13 Feb 2024. With stalls, pancakes, and a grand raffle, there's something for everyone
It attracts female runners who live or work in the town - dressed in a skirt and head scarf and clutching their frying pan and pancake, they run the 415-yard course from the Market Place, down the High Street, to the race finish outside St Peter and St Paul’s Church.Ahead of the race itself, there are lots of activities taking place in the Market Place, starting with a special pancake breakfast, prepared by local chef, Ben Francis from the Cherry Tree Pub and Restaurant. With stalls, even more pancakes, music, a grand raffle, plus races for local nurseries and school children, there will be something for everyone.
All the runners join visitors in a Shriving Service which is held in the church immediately after the race. Some of the famous Olney Hymns, written by Rev. John Newton and the poet William Cowper, will be included in this special service.
If you‘d like more details, go to olneypancakerace.org, like us on Facebook @olneypancakerace, or on Instagram @theolneypancakerace
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VenueMarket Place Olney
Address, Olney, Buckinghamshire,
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Lamorna Bed & Breakfast
Situated in Olney, 14 km from Milton Keynes, Lamorna Bed & Breakfast features air-conditioned rooms and free private parking. Some rooms have a seating area to relax in after a busy day. You will find a kettle in the room.
The Queen Hotel
Featuring free WiFi, The Queen Hotel offers accommodation in Olney, 14 km from Milton Keynes. Free private parking is available on site. Every room is fitted with a flat-screen TV.
Montpellier House
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De Vere Venues Chicheley
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Church End Cottage
Church End Cottage offers accommodation in Stoke Goldington. Free private parking is available on site. All rooms come with a flat-screen TV.
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