I’m due to swim the Channel from Dover in September 2014 in a two or three person relay team with Richard Smith and John Maxy. It will probably be around the 20th of September, but the exact date has yet to be confirmed. We will swim from Dover to somewhere on the coast of France as the final destination is dependent on the tide. Again how far each of us swims depends on the tides, but probably between seven and 10 miles each. We each do two hours then four hours off. Collectively around 20 hours, perhaps a bit longer. You’re on the boat trying to stay warm and having some food. It’s the same as the other members of Blind Veterans UK. When I had to leave the Royal Navy I didn’t want to end up sitting behind a desk. It’s frustrating because of the eyesight but I still wanted that challenge and I can do these for myself and also for Blind Veterans UK and other charities to raise money for them. When I first lost my sight, reading about other blind veterans who went skiing and were still active in sport inspired me. Also at the end of the day I kind of enjoy it!

Alan will swim the Channel to raise funds for Blind Veterans UK, Blind in Business and Sight Savers. We will keep you updated with his progress.

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