Warrington Disability Partnership

Register Now: Charity's 'Splash for Cash' Appeal to Town's Swimmers

How far would you swim to help fund vital charitable services for disabled people in Warrington?

Whether it’s a few lengths or the full 64-length ‘Going the Extra Mile’ distance or another challenge that feels more achievable for you, we are seeking swimmers to take part in our annual sponsored swim on Saturday, 12 March at the Orford Jubilee Neighbourhood Hub.

Last year, a total of 30 supporters raised £2,000 by swimming a total of 22 miles; the ambition for 2016 is to go even further.

“Wouldn’t it be nice if in our 25th anniversary year we could raise £2,500 and collectively swim 25 miles, or more?” said Dave Thompson MBE DL, our Founder and now Chief Executive.

“In 2015, Long Lane resident Josh Morris did 22 laps. He was aged nine at the time and has Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, so it was a huge personal achievement for him. This year, our Disability Information Officer - Tom Coleridge - and I will be working together to clock up 64 lengths, ‘one mile’. That’s the beauty of the ‘Going the Extra Mile’ challenge… It is an opportunity to set a health and wellbeing goal for yourself or as part of a team.

‘Every length swam on the day makes a difference, whether it’s one or 64. This is a truly inclusive event for people of all ages and abilities. Join Team WDP in the pool for the swim, volunteer to count laps or sponsor us. There’s so many ways you can make a meaningful and hugely appreciated contribution.”

‘Splash for Cash’ challengers are kindly asked to register either online at https://www.disabilitypartnership.org.uk/events/swim.shtml or by telephone on 01925 240064. Alternatively, you can request a sponsorship form by email — Janis.williams@disabilitypartnership.org.uk

The swim will start in the pool at 4pm, with registrations on the day from 3.30pm.

Dave added: “Team WDP are proud to be working with LiveWire Warrington again this year.”

To donate to the ‘Going the Extra Mile’ fund, please visit our JustGiving page at https://www.justgiving.com/wdpswim16

Dave Thompson MBE DL with Gary and Tom Coleridge