Team Spirit in Action: 4C Group Returns to the LDN Dragon Boat Race
20 May 2026
On Friday, 15th May, team members from across the 4C Group once again joined hands to take part in the annual Dragon Boat Race in support of Learning Disability Network London (LDN). Our partnership with LDN has remained long-standing and strong over the years, and we continue supporting initiatives that promote inclusion and empowerment for individuals with learning disabilities.
This year’s Dragon Boat Race had a total of 17 teams competing, with each team made up of 11 participants, 10 rowers and a drummer responsible for keeping the pace and rhythm on the water. To date, the event has collectively raised more than £24,000, with additional fundraising still being collected. Throughout the day, teams demonstrated incredible team spirit, resilience, and camaraderie as they paddled side by side in support of LDN and the important work they continue to deliver across communities.
Beyond the competition itself, the Dragon Boat Race also carries a rich cultural history. Rooted in a tradition that began in China more than 2,500 years ago, Dragon Boat racing is centred around the folklore surrounding the rescue of Qu Yuan, a respected poet and statesman. Today, it remains one of the world’s oldest and most celebrated water sports, bringing together history, culture, teamwork, and community in a truly unique and inspiring way.
A huge thank you goes to everyone who participated, donated, supported, and cheered on the teams throughout the day. Your efforts, generosity, and commitment continue to make a real and lasting impact.
Together, we paddle stronger.
PC: Matthew Power Photography
Read more: Paddling for a Purpose: 4C Group and LDN London – A Partnership Making Waves
About 4C Hotel Group
Founded in 2010, 4C Group is an international property development and hotel management company with a growing portfolio spanning major business hubs and leisure destinations across the UK, East Africa, and Canada. The business builds upon the strong foundations of a family-owned property enterprise with roots dating back to the 1990s.
Over the years, 4C Group has established a reputation for delivering high-quality hospitality and real estate developments that combine innovation, design excellence, and long-term value creation. In 2021, the company expanded its hospitality portfolio with the launch of two landmark London properties – the five-star The Westin London City and Canopy by Hilton London City. Both hotels marked significant milestones as the first UK openings for Marriott and Hilton’s respective luxury and lifestyle brands.
Continuing its expansion within the residential sector, 4C Group partnered with Regal London and Pluto Finance in 2022 to deliver The Haydon, a premium residential development comprising 87 apartments in Aldgate, at the heart of the City of London. The project has since been completed.
Further strengthening its development pipeline, 4C Group and Regal secured planning approval in 2025 for the redevelopment of 33–35 Jamestown Road in Camden. The scheme will deliver 178 purpose-built student accommodation bedrooms alongside 27 affordable homes, complemented by flexible commercial space, enhanced green infrastructure, and an architectural approach inspired by Camden’s distinctive character and heritage.
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