On 29th March, Rosemary (8) and her mum (Paula) & Aunty Nic are going to take part in the annual Swimathon to raise money for Cancer Research UK & Marie Curie.

Their aim is to swim 500m (20 lengths) each, to reach a total goal of 1.5km. Rosemary is confident she will achieve this and so is Aunty Nic. Mum thinks she may need rescuing after 5 lengths, but is going to give it a go. Imagine 2 mako sharks racing a manatee and you kind of get the picture.

Cancer Research UK, the world’s leading cancer charity is dedicated to saving lives through funding research to help prevent, diagnose and treat cancer. Cancer Research UK are the only charity fighting over 200 cancer types but don't receive any government funding for their work, so their progress is all thanks to the support of people like you.

Marie Curie provides expert care, guidance and support for people living with any terminal illness, and their families. Around 2,100 Marie Curie Nurses work day and night, in people’s homes all over the UK, providing hands-on care to people when they need it most.