Raised: 101%
Target: £1,000.00
Raised so far: £1,014.50
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Jean and Adele will be doing the Devizes to Westminster Canoe Race on 11th - 12th April 2009. The Race starts in Devizes, Wiltshire and finishes just downstream of Westminster Bridge in London, opposite the Houses of Parliament. The race has been held annually over the Easter Weekend since 1948. This is the longest non-stop canoe race in the world!

We will race the 125 miles non stop. The first 52 miles are along the Kennet and Avon Canal, the next 55 miles are on the River Thames and the final 18 miles is on the tidal section of the Thames. Along the way there are 77 locks and weirs that are 'portages'. That means we have to get out and carry our canoe around the lock.

The race starts on Saturday morning continuing through the night, we are aiming to finish the race within 22 hours. The race is a severe test of skill and stamina, both mentally and physically.
 
In order to give us the motivation to keep going when the going gets tough, we have decided to raise money for Cerebral Palsy Sport.
 
Cerebral Palsy Sport is a national charity, dedicated to helping people with physical disabilities improve their quality of life through participation in sport. The charity does not receive Government or Big Lottery Funding.

Donating through Justgiving is quick, easy and totally secure. It’s also the most efficient way to sponsor us: Cerebral Palsy Sport 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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Donation by Bob Scholey 16/06/09  

Congratulations Donation by Peter Forrester 27/05/09  

Well done Donation by Adrian Mould 19/05/09  

Congratulations Donation by Zugers 19/05/09  

Fantastic! - what more can I say say? Donation by Graham Bulmer 19/05/09  

Knew you could do it :well done Donation by Anne 05/05/09  

Well done and congratulations on the fundraising Donation by Chester and North Wales CTC 05/05/09  

Well done - what an achievement! Donation by Gail Graham 30/04/09  

'A Grand Day Out' was had by all!! Donation by The Ashleys 24/04/09  

Well done - and looking forward to a faster time next year Donation by Ros Ian Nicole and Andrew 23/04/09  

Congratulations on your stunning effort & achievement, very well done Jean & Adele! Donation by Matt & Julie Webb 21/04/09  

What an amazing achievement - well done girls xx Donation by Dawn & John 21/04/09  

well done girls Donation by michele hayes 18/04/09  

Very well done. Donation by Jeremy Pratt 18/04/09  

Well done, rather you than me (us) Donation by Chris, Janet and Katie 17/04/09  

very well done shame you only had a neap tide and no following wind maybe next year then? Donation by Keith & Debbie 16/04/09  

Excellent and well done Donation by Madam chairman dave cole geof B Gywdyr 15/04/09  

We are so proud of you & your support crew ..have a good rest now! Donation by Jean's Mum & Dad 15/04/09  

Well done! Donation by Emma Taylor 14/04/09  

what an achievement-what`s next? Donation by Sue Farr 14/04/09  

Well done girls Donation by Sheila 14/04/09  

Well done Donation by Doreen Samuel 12/04/09  

Good luck Donation by Mark Everard 10/04/09  

remember finish with style ! Donation by Graham & Olive 09/04/09  

Think of England! Donation by Dave Pinch 09/04/09  

Look forward to hearing about it Donation by Janet Gregory 09/04/09  

Good luck Jean & Adele Donation by Carol, John & David H 09/04/09  

its only one day sat down , have a good one Donation by andy g 08/04/09  

Good Luck girls Donation by Dave |Gray,Molly ,Jean Nan & Keith 06/04/09  

Good luck Adele and Jean I am in no doubt that you will do very well. Marvellous raising money for a special cause. Donation by Adrian Samuel 02/04/09  

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* Total raised online: £939.50
  Offline donations: £75.00
  Gift Aid plus supplement: £238.33

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