Huntswood supports Olympian’s Cross Channel World Record Attempt

Nov. 9, 2010 - PRLog -- With Huntswood’s help, Paul plans to raise £100,000 for Great Ormond Street Hospital and The Prince’s Charities by tackling the 23 mile journey on the 1st October 2011, a year from now.

As well as raising money for charity, Paul hopes to break the current world record for crossing the English Channel in a kayak. This has been an ambition of his since he took up the sport when he was 12 years old. The record is currently held by Ian Wynne with a time of 2 hours, 59 minutes and 6 seconds set in October 2007.

Huntswood has decided to support Paul in his challenge by underwriting all of his costs. This includes supplying him with a specially designed sea kayak, a Pilot Support Boat, training kit and a personalised website, as well as managing the logistics of the event.

David Brownlow, CEO of Huntswood, said “I have known Paul for some time now and when I heard of his record attempt I suggested that Huntswood could help Paul turn this gruelling physical and mental challenge into a major fundraising event for charity”.

Paul Wycherley commented “I would not even be able to attempt such an endeavour without the generous support from David and everyone at Huntswood. I am grateful to Huntswood for removing the logistical stresses, allowing me to focus solely on the challenge ahead and raising as much money as possible”.

All of this will be completed alongside his training programme for the London 2012 Olympics.

To pledge your support for Paul in his quest to raise money for both Great Ormond Street Hospital and The Prince’s Charities, as well as follow his progress leading up to the Channel crossing in October 2011, please visit www.crosschannelchallenge.com

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