We are "The Bubbleheads", better known as Andy, Chris, James and Lewis, a team of four saturation divers, who have entered the Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge 2021.

This is a gruelling 3000 mile Ocean Rowing Race that starts in La Gomera, Canary islands in December 2021 and finishes in Nelson Dockyard, Antigua. This epic challenge takes most participants between 30-40 days to complete. Our mental and physical endurance will be tested, and each team will battle with sleep deprivation, salt sores and waves that can reach more than 20 feet high. It’s considered to be the world’s toughest row. So why are we doing this? To raise funds for charities that are close to our hearts.

The Bubbleheads crew have served 20+ years between them in the HM Forces. Since this year marks the 75th Anniversary of World War II, where all of our grandfathers had their part to play, we wanted to make our own contribution. We have teamed up with the Royal British Legion, the country’s largest Armed Forces charity, with over 235,000 members, 110,000 volunteers and a network of partners and charities. The Royal British Legion provide lifelong support to serving and ex-serving personnel and their families.

We would be very grateful if you can help support our campaign, and donate what you can to this amazing charity.

For the full story on The Bubbleheads, please visit our website: https://thebubbleheads.co.uk/

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Learn more about the race: https://www.taliskerwhiskyatlanticchallenge.com/

Please continue reading below for some further background on our Grandads involvement in WW2.

Andy's Grandfather Edward Taw of the Royal Artillery, drove the 25-pounder Artillery Gun. Edward served in North Africa, Italy, Monaco, France and many more, he was also a spotter in the Auster Aircraft.

Lewis’ Grandfather John Locke was a Cameronian (Scottish Rifles), he trained in mountain warfare and air landing operations, and he took part in the western Allied invasion of Germany. Lewis’ other Grandfather Donald Campbell was a sailor in the Arctic Convoys. After his first two ships were sank by U-boats, he finished his time on HMS Savage.

Chris’ Grandfather Sidney Toovey of the 30th field regiment served as a Bombardier in India, as part of Royal Artillery Command. Chris’ other Grandfather Eric Talmondt served with 3 Para and fought in many battles throughout Europe. 3 para later became part of the 1st Airborne Division where he went on to fight in Operation Market Garden and Battle of Arnhem.

James’ Grandfather James ‘Jim’Piper, served in the RAF and was in a Lancaster bomber squadron as a tail gunner. He took part in many a mission.