THE annual Easter duck race in Bradford on Avon has been postponed to later this year.

Over 1000 ducks traditionally dive off the Town Bridge at noon. The event is very popular with hundreds of people attending.

Bradford on Avon Town Council have issued a statement: "Due to ongoing developments re: Coronavirus (covid-19) it is with regret that we have decided to postpone the annual duck race.

"Please save the date for Sunday August 2 - to be confirmed nearer the time."