It was very much fun in the sun as the annual raft race in Millport returned to the seafront.

Water crafts of different shapes and size had to conquer the high winds in order to reach the finishing line in challenging conditions on Saturday with fluctuating fortunes of success.

Luca’s Lassies put on a fantastic effort at Millport’s Raft Race!Luca’s Lassies put on a fantastic effort at Millport’s Raft Race! (Image: Lucca's) Barbie Q ready for the big challengeBarbie Q ready for the big challenge (Image: Cumbrae Charm Media)

Praise goes to all the fantastic teams who took part in the much loved and traditional event which has been running in Millport seafront since the early 80s and supports local causes.

But this weekend was certainly a tough assignment, with high winds making it difficult for some teams even to get out of the bay.

Colourful fun at Millport Raft RaceColourful fun at Millport Raft Race (Image: Cumbrae Charm Media)

A special thank you to Moira Hodge for organising the event and to all the amazing volunteers who made it possible. 

And there was royalty present as Cumbrae Queen Zoe McArthur kept an eye on proceedings, as she arrived in her full royal dress.

‘Luca’s Lasses’ and ‘Millport Town Hall’ made a brave attempt to get out of the bay but couldn’t beat the waves

‘Chrispy Gull’ and ‘Steer to the Pier’ made it to the finish line with a tow, and ‘Barbie-Q’ made it all the way under their own steam for a big celebration at the finish.

Windswept and interesting! Barbie Q managed to overcome the strong winds to reach the big finishWindswept and interesting! Barbie Q managed to overcome the strong winds to reach the big finish (Image: Cumbrae Charm Media)

The event was enjoyed by big crowds and once again was a fantastic spectacle along the seafront.

Thank you to Cumbrae Charm Media for the photos.

Winning feeling: Barbie Q celebrate at Millport PierWinning feeling: Barbie Q celebrate at Millport Pier (Image: Cumbrae Charm Media) Sealed with a kiss: Celebrations at finishing line at Millport Raft RaceSealed with a kiss: Celebrations at finishing line at Millport Raft Race (Image: Cumbrae Charm Media) Competitors at the ready!Competitors at the ready! (Image: Cumbrae Charm Media) Teamwork was key in testing conditions at Millport Raft RaceTeamwork was key in testing conditions at Millport Raft Race (Image: Cumbrae Charm Media) Cumbrae Queen Zoe McArthurCumbrae Queen Zoe McArthur (Image: Cumbrae Charm Media) Cheer we go! Raft race crowd along the seafrontCheer we go! Raft race crowd along the seafront (Image: Cumbrae Charm Media) Race Race event was certainly a crowd pleaser on the day!Race Race event was certainly a crowd pleaser on the day! (Image: Cumbrae Charm Media) Running commentary: Capturing all the ups and downs of the Raft Race!Running commentary: Capturing all the ups and downs of the Raft Race! (Image: Cumbrae Charm Media)