Let batter commence! 

Swindon's biggest pancake race

 

It was Pancake Day with a difference in the town centre this morning.
No, it wasn’t a case of everyone going flipping mad, but, the ‘Biggest Pancake Race in Swindon’.

Business owners and retail staff from shops across the town joined the inSwindon team to participate in the event that was broadcast live on the BBC Big Screen by SwindonWebTV.

 

Flipping good time!: business owners and retail staff from shops across the town in the 'Biggest Pancake Race in Swindon

After two heats the final was eventually won by two presenters from 105.5 community radio who flipped their way to victory.

Simon Jackson, deputy CEO of inSwindon, said: “It's great to see everyone getting involved, and Wharf Green is the perfect space to do it in.

“The staff don't normally get to socialise with staff from other shops, so it was great fun for all!”

SwindonWeb's Perfect Pancake Recipe

Ingredients:
100g (4oz) plain flour
1 egg
1/2 pint full-fat milk
2 tablespoons water
1 teaspoon of sunflower oil
To serve:
1 freshly squeezed lemon
A sprinkling of sugar

Instructions:
1. Mix all the ingredients in a large bowl
2. Refrigerate for 30 minutes
3. Heat a non-stick pan for 2-3 minutes
4. Add a tablespoon of the batter mix for each pancake, making sure the mixture spreads evenly
5. Flip the pancake to cook both sides
6. Enjoy with freshly squeezed lemon and sugar - just how we like it here at SwindonWeb!