I’m returning to competitive open water swimming after two decades (!!) - to tackle a 1.4 mile swim from Bournemouth Pier to Boscombe Pier, on June 29, 2024. Fingers crossed the sea in the south of England will be warmer than my Aberdeenshire training ground!

I want to support the British Heart Foundation's vital research. I’ve witnessed my mum's work with people who need heart rehabilitation, and I want to make a difference too.

Your support isn't just a donation; it's an investment in life-saving research. Even a small contribution, like £24, can sponsor two crucial hours of study by a scientist – time that could lead to breakthroughs and new treatments.

And here's the fantastic part: BNY Mellon has generously pledged to match all donations, doubling the impact of your generosity.

So, please help me prepare to take the plunge (literally), and aid a worthy cause too!