Fundraising Duo To Navigate River Welland On Self-Made Canoes
Written by HFM News on 16th April 2021
Two friends from Ashley are preparing for a unique fundraising challenge – to navigate the River Welland from the village to Stamford, on self-made canoes!
Jon Wells and Giles Darby think it could take three days to cover the distance of around 30 miles, when they take to the water over the May Bank Holiday weekend, to raise money for Corby Foodbank.
The idea of the challenge came about during a drink at The George pub in the village last year and a short practice session was held in the water this week.
A beer pump had even been fitted to one of the canoes, but it was soon removed because the weight slowed down progress!
Jon and Giles spoke to Hfm’s Nick Shaw about the challenge:
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Jon & Giles prepare for their practice session
Jon & Giles during their practice session
Jon & Giles during their practice session
Jon & Giles prepare for their practice session
