On Saturday 6th June 2020, I will be stand up paddle boarding 30 nautical miles (34miles) from Weymouth to Bournemouth beach. 

In 2018 my oldest friend, Laura had her third son who was born with cystic fibrosis, for which there is currently no cure. I really didn’t know much about the illness before Bailey’s diagnosis, I certainly didn’t realise that there was no cure. I’ve watched my friend and her family adjust to life with CF which has been emotionally and physically demanding but they’ve handled everything with nothing but grace and determination. I have watched on helplessly trying to support the Barrett family not knowing how to really help. When Laura created this event I felt like I could help and support in a real way! Laura wanted to do this challenge alone but decided actually that it was an opportunity to raise awareness and funds for a worthy charity. So SUP2cf was created to raise awareness and funds for much needed research for a treatment to extend life quality and expectancy. 

So on 6th June I’ll be joining my dear friend and other SUP-ers to tackle this massive challenge. While I’ve enjoyed paddle boarding on the calm and quiet waters for an hour on holiday, I am a relative beginner and when you add in the unpredictable English summer, tides, wind and my tiny bladder it becomes a daunting task! But, like Laura, I’m not one to shy away from a challenge  especially when it’s for a person and a cause so close to our hearts! Please give whatever you can spare in support of me, the Barrett family and cystic fibrosis.

  If you would like to join me and the rest of our SUP2CF team, then please register at www.sup2cf.co.uk

About CF

Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a life-limiting genetic condition affecting more than 10,000 people across the UK. It affects the lungs and digestive system and can cause chronic infections and reduced lung function. Currently, half of those with CF will not live past age 41.The Cystic Fibrosis Trust is fighting for a brighter future for people with CF and their families by funding cutting-edge research, driving up standards of care and supporting people with the condition and their loved ones every step of the way.

Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a life-limiting genetic condition affecting more than 10,000 people across the UK. It affects the lungs and digestive system and can cause chronic infections and reduced lung function. Currently, half of those with CF will not live past age 41.The Cystic Fibrosis Trust is fighting for a brighter future for people with CF and their families by funding cutting-edge research, driving up standards of care and supporting people with the condition and their loved ones every step of the way.