When i set off around Britain in my 21ft sailing boat, Kudu, I did it for no other reason than my own personal experience. I didn't have sponsorship, and I wasn't collecting money for a charity. I set off in an effort to circumnavigate Britain on a shoestring budget and that was my only goal.

I departed on the 2nd of May, and since then my life has been changed by the goodwill of others I have met along the way. I have also, quite unexpectedly, received a good deal of attention for my voyage, and so I thought the least I could do to offer something back was to support a charity.

I have chosen the Ellen MacArthur Trust for a number of reasons, aptly, Ellen first came to fame by doing just what I am now, circumnavigating Britain in the same type of boat as mine (A Corribee), but more importantly, because I believe what the trust is working towards is absolutely worthwhile.

Please take the time to read what your donation would go towards supporting, because I think it is a truly well deserved cause. After months or even years of virtual imprisonment by their illness, the freedom attained from being on the water, powered by the wind and sea and controlled by your own hands, must be a remarkable experience for these children. So if you have been enjoying my blog or youtube video series, please consider making a donation. http://onkudu.wordpress.com