I've always loved the water and I've been lucky enough to spend much of my life in the sea, either for fun or for work.

This year I have also seen firsthand how quickly things can change and lives can be lost to drowning. I've chosen to fundraise for the Royal Life Saving Society as they are working to reduce drownings through educating people on water safety and providing lifeguard training. And in 2025 one of their major campaigns resulted in water safety being added to the national curriculum, ensuring that children are taught from a young age how to enjoy the water at the same time as staying safe.

Water is a huge part of my life and so signing up for a long swim seemed like the perfect activity for me. With my lovely friends Tess and Jems, I'll be swimming 5 km down the River Adur (with the outgoing tide I am pleased to say) on the 11th July.

Thank you so much for your support, it means a lot xx

Jems and I training, featuring Elf the lifeguard

About Royal Life Saving Society

We are the charity that enhances communities, so everyone can enjoy being in, on and around water, safely; because every life is worth saving. Our work is vital in every city, town, community and household.

RLSS UK has a proud history of helping to save the number of lives lost to drowning. Our mission is to be the leader in lifesaving and lifeguarding in the UK and Republic of Ireland. Sharing, our expertise and knowledge with as many people as possible, giving everyone the potential to save lives and enjoy water, safely.