British Red Cross seeking swimmers for Windermere challenge

THE British Red Cross is looking for more swimmers from Rotherham, who might like to join the Red Cross team for The Great North Swim on Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 June 2011.

The Great North Swim is a one-mile open-water swim taking place in Lake Windermere--England’s largest natural lake--in the heart of the Lake District.

Max Newton, Senior Fundraiser at the British Red Cross said: "The Great North Swim is a truly unique experience. Open water swimming has really taken off in the UK since British swimmers won medals and the hearts of the public at the 2008 Athens Olympics. Now there are several open water swims open to the public across the UK, but the Great North Swim was the first and remains the most stunning experience.

"I guarantee everyone who finishes will be left with a fantastic sense of personal achievement for both finishing this amazing swim and for raising money for the lifesaving work of the British Red Cross."

Entry fee is just £37 with a £150 sponsorship target. As a member of the Red Cross team, you will be in good hands, including full and comprehensive support with sponsorship, race support from start to finish, and a Red Cross t-shirt to put on after your swim! 

For more information and to sign up, contact: Max Newton, British Red Cross on 0114 242 7379 or [email protected] or visit www.redcross.org.uk/GreatNorthSwim