Jeremy Irvine

Watford Ocean Warriors Junior Channel Relay for Peace Hospice Care

Fundraising for Peace Hospice Care
£13,332
raised of £10,000 target
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Junior Channel Relay, 22 September 2023
Peace Hospice Care

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RCN 1002878
We offer care and support to people facing a life-limiting illness

Story

This September Six of Watford Swimming Clubs most courageous swimmers will be battling tide’s and jellyfish to reach France.

Our junior channel relay team are aged between 13 and 15 years old.

These swimmers have been training hard in lakes and the sea through all weathers to prepare for this huge challenge.

Channel swimming rules stipulate that only a standard costume, one swim hat and goggles may be worn. Wetsuits are not allowed.

The water will range from only 16C to 18C, so to acclimatise they’ve been taking cold showers and swimming long sessions in cold water.

Peace hospice provides a vital service not only for end of life patients, it also helps patients manage symptoms, alleviate pain, provide companionship and offer spiritual guidance.

Our experience of their fantastic work extends to many but in particular to an incredible lady and fellow channel swimmer Jody Jones who benefited from the wonderful support from Peace Hospice Care.

We hope you can help the hospice continue to improve the lives of others.

WOW (as pictured) are : Felipe, Barney, Prisha, Megan, Sam and Will.

For updates follow:

Watford SC Open Water Squad (@watford_ocean_warriors)

*Media Links*

https://www.expressandstar.com/news/uk-news/2023/09/18/teenagers-eyeing-glory-as-they-take-on-english-channel-crossing-relay/?fbclid=IwAR0XQlJH2RVgFAV8w5_F8fyYfrX-7a817x7kgoNCZsNj4UoMReA_WmkC8gI_aem_Af_80eiGjp9UwI-GtzRnOjIPyV0um2vQ9lsMVwcBgGChzkx_9JHca2-u4S8_6_sU4tw

https://www.watfordobserver.co.uk/news/23788408.watford-swimming-club-teens-tackle-english-channel/

https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/english-channel-teenagers-watford-dover-channel-b2413273.html

https://www.swimherts.org/watford-swimmers-prepare-for-channel-challenge/

*Boat Tracker*

https://www.channelswimmingassociation.com/pilots/louise-jane-ii

We understand that many are facing difficult financial circumstances currently due to prices going up everywhere. Please feel no obligation to donate if you cannot at this time. There are other ways to support Rennie Grove Peace Hospice, like giving smaller amount monthly or volunteering with us or holding your own fundraiser! Thank you for your generosity, for however much you are able to give, and for your support of Rennie Grove Peace Hospice Care.

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About the charity

Peace Hospice Care

Verified by JustGiving

RCN 1002878
We provide support at end of life but the majority of our work focuses on supporting those with life-limiting illnesses who have many more years to live. That support includes symptom control, pain relief, companionship, spiritual support and improving the physical wellbeing of patients

Donation summary

Total raised
£13,331.34
+ £2,623.86 Gift Aid
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£13,331.34
Offline donations
£0.00

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