CHECT is a UK charity for families and individuals affected by retinoblastoma. They offer support, fund research and raise awareness. Retinoblastoma (Rb) is a fast growing eye cancer of early childhood and between 40 and 50 children are newly diagnosed each year.

I will be completing the biggest open water swim in the south of England on the 31st August 2013. This one mile urban open water swimming challenge is staged at the Royal Victoria Dock in London.

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