Gill & Alice’s Great North Swim Challenge
We’re Alice Thompson and Gill Isherwood—Advanced Practitioners at Pendleside Hospice—and this year we’re stepping out of our comfort zone in a big way. Together, we’ve decided to take on a personal challenge that’s completely new to both of us. Neither of us has any experience in cold‑water swimming… yet!
This June, we’ll be diving into Windermere to complete the Great North Swim, tackling a one‑mile open‑water course in one of the most stunning locations in the UK. It’s an iconic event, and we’re incredibly proud to be taking part in support of a cause that means so much to us both.
Why We’re Swimming for Pendleside
Pendleside Hospice provides exceptional care, comfort, and support to local people and their families during some of life’s most difficult moments. Working here, we see first‑hand the difference this care makes—how it brings dignity, compassion, and reassurance when it’s needed most.
Every donation, no matter the size, helps Pendleside continue its vital work in our community.
