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Firstly, Thank you for visiting our fundraising page.

Mike and Simon have took part in the `2009 Woodvale Atlantic Ocean Row`. 

Well...... we did it. After 76 days at sea, rowing alternatively 2hrs on and 2hrs off, we arrived to a wonderful reception of friends and family in English Harbour, Antigua. 

We never thought it would be easy, and it definately was`nt. during the crossing we faced 60ft waves, horrendous storms, constant sleep deprivation, countless electrical problems and of course having to come to terms with psychological and physiological issues that jeopardised our ability to continue.

 We fought through it all to succeed.

We saw some fantastic sights, like the wonderful wildlife that would regularily visit us, from whales, dolphins and even sharks.!!!!! amazing light shows at night, created by shooting stars and constant phosflourescence.

Now that we are back, we hope to provide inspiration to our local communities and, inparticular to the younger members, so they can see that with a little determination and will power, maybe even a little pain, any thing really is possible. 

We also hope to substantially raise our fund raising through the continued publicity of local media and support of our sponsors.

Further infomation is available via: 07812839857 or through their web site:

                      www.atlanticelement.co.uk

Please support them both with their attempt but more importantly, support the charity they have chosen by making a donation. On behalf of all involved. Thank you.

Donating through Justgiving is quick, easy and totally secure. It’s also the most efficient way to sponsor us. If you’re a UK taxpayer, Justgiving makes sure 25% in Gift Aid, plus a 3% supplement, are added to your donation.

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My charity

The Fire Fighters Charity

The Fire Fighters Charity

Charity Registration No. 1093387

Every 30 seconds in the UK fire fighters are called to an incident, risking their lives to save others, but sadly they often sustain physical injuries whilst carrying out their duties. The Fire Fighters Charity is here for fire fighters during their times of need. The Charity offers vital support services across the UK for all fire fighters, assisting in excess of 17,500 individuals every year. Our modern, dynamic and award-winning charity has three UK centres, located in Cumbria, Devon and West Sussex, which provide therapy, rehabilitation and recuperation facilities. Our pioneering Beneficiary Support Services offers local and remote assistance to fire service personnel in need nationwide – providing solutions to real life problems. It costs over £9 million every year to keep the Charity running, and with no government funding, we are completely reliant upon donations and fundraising, so your support is very much needed. To find out more, please visit www.firefighterscharity.org.uk.

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The Very Best of Luck. See you both for a drink when you get back.

Donation by Andrew Francis on 02/12/09

£50.00

+ £14.10 Gift Aid

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We wish you fair winds and kind seas looking forward to chatting with you in the Carribean

Donation by CHRIS MARGETTS on 02/12/09

£50.00

+ £14.10 Gift Aid

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Good Effort boy's, have a safe journey!!!

Donation by John Bamsey on 30/11/09

£10.00

+ £2.82 Gift Aid

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Fantastic effort - good luck to you both!

Donation by Roger Thomas on 30/11/09

£20.00

+ £5.64 Gift Aid

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Well done you very brave lads, will be thinking of you and wishing you the best of luck

Donation by Gwyn Howells on 30/11/09

£10.00

+ £2.82 Gift Aid

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Good luck to you both

Donation by Karen Jones on 30/11/09

£20.00

+ £5.64 Gift Aid

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Pob Lwc!

Donation by Nerys Evans on 30/11/09

£10.00

+ £2.82 Gift Aid

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Good luck Mike & Simon

Donation by Paul Bates on 30/11/09

£20.00

+ £5.64 Gift Aid

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Good luck to both of you.

Donation by Stephanie Howells on 30/11/09

£10.00

+ £2.82 Gift Aid

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Donation by roger perry on 30/11/09

£10.00

+ £2.82 Gift Aid

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It's a massive effort, Good Luck!!

Donation by Wayne Price on 30/11/09

£10.00

+ £2.82 Gift Aid

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Donation by Angharad Rees on 25/11/09

£10.00

+ £2.82 Gift Aid

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Good Luck

Donation by Nicky Skedgell on 24/11/09

£10.00

+ £2.82 Gift Aid

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Good luck Mike & Simon! Mike - Nigel may go out of business with u away! Take care, enjoy Xmas & see you in new year. Si, Sa and Livvi

Donation by Sara, Simon and Livvi Bickel on 19/11/09

£50.00

+ £14.10 Gift Aid

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All the very best of luck to you on this amazing challenge! Go for it!

Donation by Leanne Richards on 14/11/09

£10.00

+ £2.82 Gift Aid

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Wishing you both all the very best - Good Luck!!

Donation by Damon Owen on 10/11/09

£50.00

+ £14.10 Gift Aid

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Donation by Robert Luke on 10/11/09

£10.00

+ £2.82 Gift Aid

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Good Luck Both of you, hope you achieve your goal Brave Men!!!

Donation by Bev Yates on 09/09/09

£5.00

+ £1.41 Gift Aid

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I think what you are doing is amazing. Good Luck to both of you.

Donation by Jane Phillips on 04/09/09

£15.00

+ £4.23 Gift Aid

Good luck both

Donation by alison on 06/04/09

£10.00

+ £2.82 Gift Aid

Wishing you both the very best of luck - 100 times over!

Donation by CATH B on 15/03/09

£25.00

+ £7.05 Gift Aid

Good luck guys! x

Donation by Katy Thomas on 24/02/09

£15.00

+ £4.23 Gift Aid

Good luck both.. awsome challenge

Donation by Tysson ley on 20/02/09

£30.00

Good luck chaps

Donation by Craig Thomas on 10/02/09

£10.00

+ £2.82 Gift Aid

Donation by Simon Cole on 09/02/09

£10.00

+ £2.82 Gift Aid

Donation summary

  • * Online donations£1,476.50
  • Offline donations£3,000.00
  • Text donations£0.00
  • Total raised£4,476.50
  • Gift Aid£391.06

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