Nicholas Young

The Channel, not channel challenge!

Fundraising for Breast Cancer Now
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The Channel, not channel challenge! , 2 August 2020
Breast Cancer Now

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RCN in England and Wales 1160558, Scotland SC045584
We fund research and provide support to anyone affected by breast cancer.

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Before all this Corona malarkey, I was meant to be swimming from Penarth to Clevedon to try and raise much needed funds for an amazing charity, Breast Cancer Now. I had been training all year for it but unfortunately we can't launch a support boat due to government restrictions so myself and a few mates are all going to swim the equivalent distance in Canada Lakes (in Creigiau...not sadly not Canada). 

The charity sector have suffered immensely during the outbreak of Covid 19 with revenue generation being cut due to cancelation of all events. We wanted to do something big to help to raise some money for a charity close to our hearts. 

We are really disappointed to not be taking on the actual channel with it's raging currents and surging tides however the lake is just as treacherous with their horny swans and hungry fishermen. Training in lockdown to do this hasn't been ideal as our bath tubs are only so big but the owner assures me there are some down hill sections. 

We are really aware that the financial situation for many is not ideal at present so any funds would be really appreciated. 

Big love and hugs 

Nick 


Check out the promo vid created by the super Talented Gethin Stedman https://youtu.be/_eYVSmoN-nY 

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Breast Cancer Now

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RCN in England and Wales 1160558, Scotland SC045584
We’re Breast Cancer Now, the charity that’s steered by world-class research and powered by life-changing care. We’re here for anyone affected by breast cancer, the whole way through, providing support for today and hope for the future. By 2050, we believe everyone diagnosed with breast cancer will live – and be supported to live well. But we need to act now.

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