Highlights from the 25th Maidstone River Festival - 23-25 July 2004.

A work of art
Internationally renowned author, illustrator and humorist, Graham Clarke, redrew the Maidstone Festival logo to mark the 25th River Festival.

He also produced a commemorative work of art, which was presented to the River Festival committee. Mr Clarke, who has a studio in Boughton Monchelsea, is one of Britain's most popular and best-selling printmakers.

For more information about Graham Clarke, click here.

Maidstone River Festival Charity
The Royal British Legion was the official charity for the silver anniversary. The 60th anniversary of D-Day is our nation's opportunity to thank our heroes: it's our chance to remember those who fell on the beaches and those who made it home that we will never forget what they did for us.

The Royal British Legion is just as relevant today as it was when it was formed during the Second World War.  They help all serving and ex-service personnel and their immediate families. This includes support for a service family when a member is called to serve, to helping the elderly and infirm.

Graham Clarke has produced a one-off artwork which has been donated to the River Festival committee. We will donate to the Royal British Legion to raise money in their 60th year. A photograph of the artwork will be online shortly. Our thanks to Graham Clarke for his continued support during this anniversary year.

Raft Race Results

1. Jakey Boy

2. Silver Sinkers

3. Nadia's Dream Team

Best-dressed raft: Milton Pipes (Dalmatian theme)

Charity challenge
Congratulations to Ben Fermer for completing 100 rolls in a kayak. This sponsored challenge, watched by hundreds of visitors to the festival, raised funds for the official charity of the 2004 River Festival, the Royal British Legion.

Debut at the Raft Race
What is it like to take part in the River Festival raft race? Find out with someone who made their debut this year. Thanks to all the people who took part in the raft race. 12 rafts battled it out, the highest number of entrants for many years....more

Caught on camera!
Photographs from the 25th Maidstone River Festival

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