Well to day was the End Ex for Tim's extraordinary 31 day Challenge.
A massive turnout of support for Tim's chalenge on Branksome Beach yesterday 31 Jan 2023, from local well wishers, friends and familiy and of course from the wider RMA. From the Poole and District Branch I could could pick out, Gus Trevett, Tony Ward and Steve Hartnell and front and centre Geof Haywood was caught in my lenze. Lots of laughter was had by all.
The RiB that deliverd Tim to the Beach was provided by the Pilgrim Bandits and crewed jointly by members of P&D RMA (yours truly) and the Bowra Foundation.
Lets not forget to support Tim Charity Dinner and Auction
The Cold Dip Challenge, I will be hosting a charity dinner and auction to raise more money. Cost £50.00 per person Date - 11th February 2023 Time - 1800h Venue - Lake Yard, 45 Lake Drive, Poole, Dorset BH15 4D
For more details on the dinner, auction and how to book your place, please contact tim@colddipcommando.com
An amazing turnout for Tim's last "Dip" with some 50+ in the water - it was published at 7* and my legs went numb after about 5 mins - with 70+ on the beach prom! BBC and the Echo gave publicity so stacks of PR for the RMA/RMC. Many RM Rtd travelled in to be part of the afternoon. The Ladies from the local sea swimming club boosted the numbers and a bikini on a winters day showed great "fortitude"! An amazing achievement with all his "Dips" around the UK in all weathers by Tim and we wish him well in his fight with cancer. A few from the Branch made it to the beach but hopefully many have donated!
what a rig, budgie smugglers and green beret!! Wonder what the water temperature was? 8.6C according to the Internet.