Swimmers from across the globe will be joining the twelfth West Wight Sports and Community Centre Solent Swim Fundraising Team on Saturday 23rd July.
The annual Solent Swim is organised by West Wight Sports and Community Centre as their main fundraising event.
Early morning crossing
Over sixty swimmers will depart from Hurst Castle at approx. 0615, crossing the Solent to arrive in Colwell Bay from 06:50.
Supported by a fleet of volunteer kayakers and support boats, as well as an army of beach spotters, the Team aims to raise over £15,000 between them.
Aged between 18 and 84, many of the swimmers have conquered their fears to take part in the Solent crossing for the first time, with other experienced sea swimmers also joining the team.
Swimmers from far and wide
Swimmers from as far away as Mexico will be travelling to the Island to take part, alongside well-respected Island residents, all of whom have committed their time to raise funds for the Centre.
Spectators and supporters are encouraged to gather on Colwell Beach to congratulate the Swimmers on their achievement as they arrive.
Supporting the swim
Thanks to Captain’s Cabin cafe who are supporting the event and will be open to visitors on the day.
The iconic Solent Swim Team t-shirts, awarded to all swimmers and kayakers, featuring the names of all the Swim Team, are sponsored by Hose Rhodes Dickson this year, with many thanks.
A community hub
More than just a swimming pool, West Wight Sports and Community Centre is a community hub, providing a range of facilities and services focusing on health, fitness, personal growth and development and supporting both physical and mental health and well-being.
As a charity, we rely on ad hoc grants and fundraising events such as the Solent Swim to support our work and ensure the centre can continue to operate.
News shared by Rachel on behalf of West Wight Sports and Community Centre. Ed
