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English Channel Swim 24th September 2009

The Challenge: Dover to Calais, 22 miles of cold, murky water

“The Channel Otters”, usually known as Tony Naughton,  Murray Fraser, Peter Beatty and Jon Spriggs are undertaking the challenge of The English Channel as a relay team. All swimming enthusiasts, the team was formed through association with the Otter Swim School and The Potteries; seeing Tony forces with Murray and Pete (Dads of children who swim with us), and Jon, another friend from the aquatic world. .

 

Ten years ago to the date of the event, Tony and Rebecca’s son, Lewis, was born, requiring specialised help at the neo natal unit at Addenbrookes hospital. As repayment for their kindness, Rebecca promised to run the London Marathon for their charity, which she successfully did in 1996, raising £2,800 for the unit. Tony then promised to swim the channel….

 

Training has started in Dover harbour, with the Channel Otters very excited about the task ahead of them. Enduring murky, salty water at 10.5 °C has proven to be a test to even the hardiest of swimmers! The team have full appreciation of just how tough this challenge will be, and are prepared for the battle of the body and mind!

 

The Channel Otters are determined to complete the challenge, motivated by the goal of raising as much money as possible for this worthy cause. Addenbrooke's Hospital and "The Rosie" have helped the lives of so many families, and we feel that we would like to show our appriciation towards their kindness.

Donating through Justgiving is quick, easy and totally secure. It’s also the most efficient way to sponsor us: Addenbrooke's Charitable Trust (ACT) gets your money faster and, 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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Heard you had just arrived... Congratulations ! Donation by Jean-Marc Cassagne 19/11/09  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

well done chaps Donation by Ann Featherstone 16/11/09  

£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid

Well done Murray! Donation by Paul Chambers at Land Registry 12/11/09  

£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid

Donation by Chris Harris 12/11/09  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

Congrats to the team - what a great achievement! Donation by Jaunita Gobby / Legal Eye Ltd 11/11/09  

£100.00

Fantastic achievement Boys, were very proud of all of you ! Donation by Phil Birch 08/11/09  

£100.00 + £28.21 Gift Aid

Congratulations to Tony and the team - what a fantastic achievement!! Well done - with best wishes from John and Carol x Donation by carol hunt 02/11/09  

£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid

What an amazing achievement! Well done to all of you! Donation by Bill, Geraldine, Liam and Aidan Thomas 21/10/09  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

Well done- glad you managed to avoid the jelly fish! Donation by Will, Sarah, Will, Sophie, Jack, Oli & Issy 19/10/09  

£50.00

Fantastic what an achievement for you all, what is next !!!!!! Donation by ann fegan 14/10/09  

£150.00 + £42.31 Gift Aid

Donation by anonymous 12/10/09  

£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid

To Daddy I am very proud of you and the team for swimming the channel, here is the money I raised from the toy sale.love you Lewis Donation by Lewis Naughton 09/10/09  

£82.00

Donation by anonymous 08/10/09  

£100.00 + £28.21 Gift Aid

Well done fabulous cause, congrats to all who took part. Tony Lisa Bobbie and Bethanie Fisher Donation by Anthony Fisher 08/10/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Well Done Tony and your team. I'll join you next time!! Donation by Jenny Carter 07/10/09  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

Well done Tony and team.......a fantastic achievement! Donation by The Tinney Family 06/10/09  

£15.00 + £4.23 Gift Aid

What an adventure! and that was the birth. Tony you are awesome! love Carter-Williamson's Donation by David Carter & family 05/10/09  

£26.00 + £7.33 Gift Aid

Congratulations and well done - Martin and Penny Emery Donation by Martin Emery 05/10/09  

£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid

Donation by david cooper 02/10/09  

£40.00 + £11.28 Gift Aid

Donation by Geoffrey Addy 29/09/09  

£21.00 + £5.92 Gift Aid

Donation by Dempseys 29/09/09  

Karen told me about your swim, here's a small contribution... Donation by Karen's Mum 28/09/09  

£25.00

Many many congratulations... Donation by Karen, Ed, Amy and lucy 28/09/09  

£100.00 + £28.21 Gift Aid

Well done Tony and the lads ! Thank you to Tony ,Becky and "The Rosie" for our wonderful grandson Lewis. Lots of love Mum and Dad Donation by Ron & Iris Naughton (Mum & Dad) 28/09/09  

£100.00 + £28.21 Gift Aid

Well done, from the Taylors xxxx Donation by Verna Taylor 28/09/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Donation by Russell Pope 28/09/09  

£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid

Great achievement and great charity!! Love from all the O'Connor kids - Niamh, Charlotte, Jack and Imogen. xx Donation by Lisa O'Connor 28/09/09  

£15.00

Well done guys: Awesome effort Donation by Martyn Bateman 27/09/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

An amazing achievement by 4 very courageous men who battled tides, waves, ferries & the odd refugee! Well done boys, we are very proud of you. Donation by SIMON LEWIS 27/09/09  

£150.00 + £42.31 Gift Aid

Many congratulations to you all on such a fantastic achievement. Best wishes from the Holders. Donation by Helen Holder 26/09/09  

£30.00 + £8.46 Gift Aid
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