Charity duck racer proposes 'quackers' name-change

Daniel Caldwell, left, has been dared by Curtis Lunt to change his name

A rubber duck racer has promised to legally change his name to something "quackers" if his event manages to hit its charity fundraising target.

Daniel Caldwell is co-organiser of the Brinscall duck race in Lancashire and wants to raise money for Derian House Children's Hospice.

And, in order to spur them on, if the racers hit their £3,000 target Mr Caldwell has pledged to legally change his name to Daniel "Rubber Duck" Caldwell by Deed Poll.

He was dared by fellow organiser Curtis Lunt who last year got himself a rubber duck tattoo after the village's first ever duck race netted £1,500.

On that day the community gathered to watch 722 ducks race down Brinscall Goit, raising £2,100 in the process.

"I couldn't let the duck tattoo go by without some revenge," said Curtis.

"It's even funnier because Dan will have to have it on his passport and driving licence, and he's due to get married in 2027. I'd love to hear 'Daniel Rubber Duck' read out at the altar."

Curtis Lunt agreed to get a rubber duck tattoo after last year's race reached its target

The pair came up with the idea for a duck race after holding one with their daughters and realising that it would be a great idea to widen out and raise money for charity.

This year they have chosen the Chorley-based Derian House, which cares for babies, children and their families.

"It is a local charity and when we went for a tour there, it was incredibly humbling.

"It's such an amazing place and it's all about making precious memories."