I'm recovering from foot surgery once again this year, but always need to have a challenge on the horizon! Running is out for now so it's back to the water - I'll be taking part in 2026's Scilly Swim Challenge for Level Water.

That's 15km of swimming plus some walking, around all of the beautiful Scilly Isles. This is another step out of my comfort zone - away from the relative safety of lake swimming and instead dealing with the currents and conditions of the open sea.

Whilst doing this I am raising money for the brilliant charity Level Water, who use the power of swimming to improve lives for children with disabilities.

Everyone should have the opportunity to learn to swim and fall in love with the water.