In 2010 I sailed my Seawych ‘Ladybird’ along the South Coast
of England, and at Salcombe I met Simon Renton who was trying to sail his
Wayfarer single-handed around Britain. (See 1st link below) I knew
he would be up against it, because the weather was unsettled and there was a
succession of depressions. Nevertheless before being forced to give up, he
raised over £3,000 for Macmillan Cancer Support.
Last year Ludo Bennett-Jones completed a circumnavigation
around Britain in a Wayfarer. Unlike Simon,
Ludo had the companionship of volunteers to help share the load. With the aim
of raising £100,000 for the Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust and Sport Relief, he
sailed from Cowes, Isle of Wight, on 28th April, 2013, and after a
76 day epic adventure he returned there on 12th July to a rapturous
reception, and to be greeted by Ellen MacArthur. The 2,500 mile marathon was
rewarded by generous donations to the Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust.
Links
‘Ladybird’s’ 2010 Cruise Photo Selection – Part 2
Simon Renton
Simon Renton – Just Giving
Ludo’s Sailing Challenge Round the Coast of Great Britain
Dinghy Sailor completes 76-day Circumnavigation of Britain
Love Ludo.com
The Best Bits so far
An Article by Angus who crewed for Ludo from North Devon to
Wales
Round Britain in a Wayfarer
Love Ludo at Twitter
Ludo Bennett-Jones – around Britain in a 16ft dinghy
Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust
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