Derry 'Rock the Boat' world record bid brings 1,888 onto street

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Derry 'Rock the Boat' world record bid brings 1,888 onto street
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Derry has laid claim to the World Record for the most people in one place doing the famous Rock the Boat dance.

The event was hosted by Mayor of Derry City and Strabane District Council, Councillor Patricia Logue, to raise funds for her chosen charities for her year in office - the Foyle Hospice and the Ryan McBride Foundation. “I’m overwhelmed with joy and pride that Derry has set a new world record for the most people taking part in Rock the Boat,” said Mayor Logue.

“You have raised thousands of pounds for my charities the Foyle Hospice and The Ryan McBride Foundation and created an unbelievable spectacle that I will never forget.

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