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As I'm sure many of you already know a good friend of mine (and so many others) Martin Pears died suddenly last year, soon after being diagnosed with leukaemia. For the last few weeks of his life Martin (in his usual style) became the life and soul of the Youth Oncology Unit atChristieHospital in Manchester. The Unit cares for so many young people who have been diagnosed with cancer, just like Martin, and provides them with the best possible care and compassion. In an effort to acknowledge both the unit and Tin himself, Martin's family have set a target of £15000 which would enable Tin to get his own Christie leaf on their Tree of Hope. So many of his friends and family are undertaking various challenges / fundraising events and the total amount raised is already well over £5000. This is my effort to contribute...

The final Sunday in August (BH weekend) I am going to swim / walk from Windermere back home (as in Broughton in Furness, not London!!). The plan is to start at the lower end of Windermere, swim across, then walk below Grizedale to Coniston, swim across, climb up to Beacon Tarn, (you guessed it!) swim across, and finally walk home (to Broughton in Furness). Had a reccie and looks to be roughly around 10-11 hours (14-15 miles walking, 2-3 miles open water swimming). I will hopefully be supported by my family and friends as will need several wetsuit / walking boot changes and think towards the last swim I may be in need of some motivation!! Tea and cake back at finish for everyone who has helped / supported / etc...

I came up with this challenge because as far as I know it has never been done before and is local to theLake District, plus, is exactly as it says on the tin – a challenge!! Whilst I can't imagine Tin would have joined me I'm sure he would have toasted each swim with a pint!

My target is £1000 but would be great to raise as much money as possible for this fantastic cause so please give as much as you can and help me to remember Tin and help so many other young people just like him! THANK YOU!

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From Keith Nixon Donation by Cynthia Crawshaw on 02/10/09

 
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Well done Sarah - what a challenge and what a result! Donation by Zoe and Dave Scott-Maxwell on 13/09/09

 
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£20 from Beryl Hollywell, £50 from June Chapman, £10 from Janet and Dave, £10 from Caroline and £10 from Pete Grayson. Donation by Cynthia Crawshaw on 10/09/09

 
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hope all went well - really impressive challenge! Donation by ski on 01/09/09

 
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Just been talking to Philippa and heard of your wonderful feat. You are amazing. Well done. Such a unique, original & thoughtful idea. Donation by Margaret Caseley on 01/09/09

 
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Go it, Sarah. Lookin forward to seeing you at Beacon Tarn this afternoon! Donation by Peter Cockshott on 30/08/09

 
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Good Luck! Donation by Jess & Mikey on 30/08/09

 
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To your unbelievable challenge in Martins name. Good luck I will be there to support see you Sunday. Much love Kay x x Very proud but sad Mum Donation by Lesley Kay Pears on 28/08/09

 
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You always were a toughie! Love Mum. Donation by Cynthia Crawshaw on 28/08/09

 
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Sorry I can't be there to cheer you on but really good luck. Tin will be immensley proud of you. As will i be! x x Donation by poo on 28/08/09

 
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Donation by John and Rose on 25/08/09

 
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Go for it Sarah! Sorry we can't be there to support, Ben and Mum will cheer extra for us. Jo & Si xx Donation by Joanne Poole on 23/08/09

 
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Lovely idea Sarah. Let us know if we can be of any help, Donation by Paul and Philippa on 19/08/09

 
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hey sweetie, sorry i took my time in giving my donation! you will be amazing. good luck. love you xxxx Donation by helen millett on 13/08/09

 
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Good luck & have fun, Sarah! Donation by M F-C on 12/08/09

 
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Donation by Anonymous on 09/08/09

 
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Sarah, wishing you all the very best! A truely unbelievable challenge which i am sure you will succeed in. Good luck!! xx Donation by Lauren Burley on 07/08/09

 
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What an amazing thing to do - very best of luck! Donation by Rachel Williams on 07/08/09

 
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Good luck Sarah! Very proud of you :) sorry it's taken me so long to get round to sponsoring you- look forward to seeing you v soon :) xxx Donation by Alice Campbell on 31/07/09

 
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Good luck, makes me exhausted just thinking about it Donation by Paul Veys on 30/07/09

 
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Good luck Sarah, what a wonderful thing to do. Netty Donation by Annette Hewitt on 29/07/09

 
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Good Luck Sarah! Donation by Rob McKeever on 25/06/09

 
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Donation by Anonymous on 18/06/09

 
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Good luck Sarah on your bank holiday fun day!! Donation by Richard and Shirley Gilbert on 16/06/09

 
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Amazing challenge, but demonstrates the power of friendship! Wishing you the best of luck! xx Donation by Merrisha B on 16/06/09

 
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