Winter Olympic frolics return to the High Street

Littlehampton is bracing itself for its turn at hosting the Olympics, the Charity Pancake Olympics that is. The fun and challenging event is back and is set to be a great feat for all involved.

The event, organised by Littlehampton Town Council and supported by Sainsbury’s will take place in the High Street on Saturday 1st March between 11-1pm.

The annual event will see 19 teams of wannabe Olympians battle it out for the coveted Gold Frying Pan and £100 for their chosen charity. The Silver team will receive £50 worth of cineworld vouchers courtesy of Sainsbury's Littlehampton and the Bronze team will receive £25 from catering compay Pegrums Family Services.

Teams of four adults and children will take part in a series of Olympic-inspired events to raise funds for their chosen charity. There will be four disciplines including sprint, curling and obstacle courses. All activities will involve pancakes and team members will be going head to head to win Gold, Silver or Bronze medals, which are actually frying pans! Registrations are now closed but please do come along to cheer on the teams.

The Chair of the Town Council’s Community Resources Committee, Cllr Malcolm Belchamber MBE said: “As a previous judge I have had the privilege of meeting past participants and witness their boundless energy and determination to raise funds for local causes. Hundreds of pounds are raised each year at this event, supporting vital services in Littlehampton. Everyone from young and old are welcome to take part so make sure you sign up and support a local charity.”