Fundraisers are ready to roll to take part in the Crantock Bale Push after the Bale Man returned to the side of the road inviting people to sign up.

The 22nd Bale Push will be returning on Friday, September 8 at 5pm, which will be supporting the Little Harbour Cornwall Children’s Hospice South West, Dyslexia Cornwall and Just Breathe Cornwall as well as other local groups and organisations.

Chairperson Nigel Eustice said ‘'It will be great to see the Bale Push Man back for his 22 year – he always brings a smile to people’s faces, we always have supporters asking where he is and when will he be ready?

‘We look forward to seeing teams of four and spectators ready to roll the big round straw bale from 5pm with the junior teams; eight and under followed by the 12 and Under and the 16 and under, and then hotly contested the Ladies event, who all race each other over shorter distances.'

"Then from around 7.30 teams for the Open, and the 180s compete  over the full quarter of a mile course through the village up and down hills, pushing a full-size round bale of straw, weighing approximately 420lbs and measuring 4' 6" in diameter starting and finishing between the two village pubs. 

“We welcome back our favourite 1940s Crooner Andy Marshall with live on course entertainment, and then later in the evening the Old Albion and The Cornishman will entertain us with live music from Black Velvet and The Quest.

“Crantock Bale Push is an essential part of Crantock life providing great fun, excitement and healthy competition for all ages, while also raising welcomed funds for local groups and organisations. with plenty of fun, food and happy vibes awaiting participants and spectators.  

“Teams can enter on the evening and parking is available at our village hall.

“The total raised by the Crantock Bale Push since 2000 now tops over an incredible £136,500 which has been all been donated to Cornish charities and local organisations.

“Remember, you don't have to be mad to take part - but it helps!"