On 26/08/2007 at 0830 hours I left Shakesphere beach and arrived 13hours 15 mins later on french soil in darkness at 2145 hours ..........to my delight.
Thank you all for sponsoring me and thanks to all who will sponsor Jack for my efforts .............
Video of channel challenge to follow in a few days ...
CHARITY CHANNEL SWIM FOR J.A.C.K
(Joining Against Cancer for Kids )
Jack Brown is the five year-old son of two Detective Sergeants who suffers from a rare form of cancer, Neuroblastoma. His life-saving and essential treatment is ONLY available in America and is hugely expensive.
In August 2007, two police officers are to swim solo from Dover to Calais in support of Jack and his family. Their aim is to raise £100,000 but this will never happen without YOUR support. The mammoth 27 nautical mile swim across the English Channel will test their endurance and fitness to the limit.
PC Loraine Verghese and DCI Bill Jephson are supported by a team of people who are helping them to realise their goal.
To read more about Jack please visit www.jackbrownappeal.org
VIDEOS
Introduction
Click HERE to view an introductory video directed by PC Kris DIDYMUS who has offered his expertise in creating video diaries explaining all about Jack and the challenge that faces him and the swimmers as they train at Dover harbour in preparation for the big event.
Training Diary 1
30/03/2007 - Click HERE (Training at Dagenham Swimming Pool)
Training Diary 2
21/04/2007 - Click HERE (Training at Dover Harbour. Loraine, and Nicole Gallon (her indoor training companion, friend and video recording pro) and not to forget Jodie Verghese giving her mother the encouargment she needs!
Training Diary 3
The swim is now rapidly approaching.Click HERE to view the latest training diaries. Here Loraine discusses her feelings as her training draws to a close and makes a direct appeal for sponsors. Also featured is Inspector Head (Loraine's line manager) who echoes her sentiments for people to get involved and sponsor the event.
Training Diary 4
This is the penultimate training diary and shows Loraine in the final stages of her training. Click HERE to view it.
Training Diary 5
This video is dedicated to all those who supported us at the recent Dover Regatta. No training this time, just a reminder of why we're doing this. But rest assured that behind the scenes we're preparing ourselves for the task ahead. Click HERE to view the last Diary.
PLEASE NOTE: After the swim a documentary will be available on You Tube following Loraine across the Channel. Be sure to come back and view it!
Also with Chief Inspector Gary BUTTERCASE helping me during my final hours before my challenge to raise sponsorship money for the event I hope that this will be a successful swim .
Thanks to all my colleagues at work who have given me the support through all my training ...............
Chief Superintendent Benbow's Appeal
Mark Benbow, Borough Commander of Waltham Forest has recorded this appeal in support of Jack Brown and the swimmers. Click HERE to view it.
Thank you for visiting our fundraising page. PLEASE dig deep and sponsor us online by clicking the SPONSOR US NOW button above.
Donating through this site is simple, fast and totally secure. It is also the most efficient way to sponsor us. The Jack Brown Appeal 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 us now!
Many thanks for your support.
