A THAMES Valley charity is inviting residents to make waves with a new fundraising challenge event.
Thames Hospice, which provides palliative and end of life care, is throwing down the gauntlet with its Open Water Swim Challenge.
The event sees participants take part in swim challenges ranging from 500m to 10km, competing either as individuals or in teams.
The event is set to be hosted at Bray Lake in Maidenhead, in partnership with Bray Lake Watersports and sponsored by The Shanly Foundation.
Thames Hospice’s Head of Community and Events, Claire Redrup, says: “We are so excited to launch our first ever Open Water Swim Challenge this summer.
“It means so much to us, our community and supporters that this event will be taking place at the Hospice, in Bray Lake.”
She continued: ““Our event is open to everyone aged 18 and over, of all abilities, whether
you’re a seasoned swimmer and can manage long distances, or you have only swum in a
pool but always fancied dipping into open water swimming.
“Not only will you be swimming in stunning surroundings to raise vital funds for the Hospice, but you’ll also be engaging in an activity that has so many incredible health and wellbeing benefits.”
Registration begins at £30 per person, which includes a swim hat, a medal, and a free hot drink.
Thames Hospice is also selling branded hoodies, with funds raised from the event contributing towards the charity’s continued support services.
The challenge is open to both novice and experienced swimmers, though please note that Bray Lake Watersports recommends a wetsuit is worn when participating.
The Thames Hospice Open Water Swim Challenge takes place on Sunday, July 2, at Bray Lake, Maidenhead.
More information and registration is available via: thameshospice.org.uk/open-water-swim
