For some unknown reason, I have agreed to swim across Taiwans biggest lake ... The Sun Moon Lake. The lake is 3.3 km from shore to shore and I plan to swim non stop freestyle. My target time is 70 minutes, but, having never swum so far in deep water among thousands of fellow swimmers, I have no idea how long it will take.

I have decided that this is a great chance to raise money for a good cause and have chosen Save the Children, a UK based charity that works hard for the good of disadvantaged children around the world.

Please sponsor me as much as you are comfortable to offer, either as a lump sum or per kilometer swum non stop freestyle (trust me), or if cruel on a time basis. Up to you

Donating through this site is simple, fast and totally secure. It is also the most efficient way to sponsor me: Save The Children will receive your money faster and, if you are a UK taxpayer, an extra 28% in tax will be added to your gift at no cost to you.

So please sponsor me now! Many thanks for your support.