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Supporter paddleboards across Channel
Date published: 28 August 2025
A St Wilfrid’s supporter has paddleboarded across the Channel to raise money.
Carl Freslov’s 18.5 nautical mile journey across the Channel took just over six hours and raised more than £11,100 for us.
He decided to take on the challenge after we cared for his mum, Colette. Carl said: “Mum was supported by the Community Team at home then stayed in the hospice for her last week. It made a massive difference to her and the family. It’s an incredible place filled with kind people, so I wanted to give something back to say thank you.”
Carl spent hours training in the gym and sea in preparation. On the day of the challenge, he left Rye Harbour accompanied by a boat and two support crew. It was a hot summer’s day, and hours of paddleboarding led to sunstroke and exhaustion, which took weeks to recover from.
Fundraising Assistant, Megan Upton, said: “I’m in awe of Carl as I know his challenge wasn’t easy. I think it’s the first time someone has paddleboarded across the Channel to raise money for us and we’re very grateful to him.”
Pictured: Carl before and during his paddleboarding adventure; Carl and his Mum; Carl presents the money
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