Buckingham Pancake Races 2025: Filled with Fun, Laughter and Tradition

This year, Buckingham’s Pancake Races took place during the February half-term, bringing fun and entertainment for families to enjoy. The event was held on the green by St Peter and St Paul’s Church on Thursday, February 20th. Despite the Great British weather, the rain did not dampen our spirits! Enthusiastic competitors embraced the fun and kept the tradition alive.

Participants raced in six different categories, with trophies and treats awarded to the winners. This community event was officially opened by the Town Crier, and Cllr Fran Davies the Deputy Mayor and hosted by Cllr Martin Try who kept everybody entertained. The atmosphere was lively, filled with plenty of laughter and friendly competition.

Congratulations to this year’s podium winners:

Under 5’s

1^st Zebedee

2^nd Oliver

3^rd Rueben

6-11ys

1^st Antonia

2^nd Rocco

3^rd Olivia

Adult

1^st Lee from MK2 Mechanical

2^nd Shelly

3^rd Zac

Adult Team Relay

1^st Zac & Freya

2^nd MK2 Mechanical

Walking

1^st Antonia

2^nd Amelia

3^rd Rocco

Cllr Robin Stuchbury, Chair of Town Centre & Events Committee said “The Buckingham Pancake Race was well attended, with many young people braving the inclement weather to take part in this beloved annual community event. The race balanced friendly rivalry and competitive spirit, with Deputy Mayor Cllr Fran Davies overseeing the prize presentation. I would like to extend my gratitude to everybody who joined us and all the volunteers and council staff who made this event possible”.