Jeremy Irvine
Watford Ocean Warriors Junior Channel Relay for Peace Hospice Care
Fundraising for Peace Hospice Care
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This September Six of Watford Swimming Clubs most courageous swimmers will be battling tide’s and jellyfish to reach France.
Our junior channel relay team are aged between 13 and 15 years old.
These swimmers have been training hard in lakes and the sea through all weathers to prepare for this huge challenge.
Channel swimming rules stipulate that only a standard costume, one swim hat and goggles may be worn. Wetsuits are not allowed.
The water will range from only 16C to 18C, so to acclimatise they’ve been taking cold showers and swimming long sessions in cold water.
Peace hospice provides a vital service not only for end of life patients, it also helps patients manage symptoms, alleviate pain, provide companionship and offer spiritual guidance.
Our experience of their fantastic work extends to many but in particular to an incredible lady and fellow channel swimmer Jody Jones who benefited from the wonderful support from Peace Hospice Care.
We hope you can help the hospice continue to improve the lives of others.
WOW (as pictured) are : Felipe, Barney, Prisha, Megan, Sam and Will.
For updates follow:
Watford SC Open Water Squad (@watford_ocean_warriors)
https://www.watfordobserver.co.uk/news/23788408.watford-swimming-club-teens-tackle-english-channel/
https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/english-channel-teenagers-watford-dover-channel-b2413273.html
https://www.swimherts.org/watford-swimmers-prepare-for-channel-challenge/
*Boat Tracker*
https://www.channelswimmingassociation.com/pilots/louise-jane-ii
We understand that many are facing difficult financial circumstances currently due to prices going up everywhere. Please feel no obligation to donate if you cannot at this time. There are other ways to support Rennie Grove Peace Hospice, like giving smaller amount monthly or volunteering with us or holding your own fundraiser! Thank you for your generosity, for however much you are able to give, and for your support of Rennie Grove Peace Hospice Care.