Les Bourgs Hospice counts down to 30 Bays in 30 Days on 1 July 2026
- Les Bourgs Hospice's 30 Bays in 30 Days fundraising challenge returns throughout July 2026
- Three flexible options available: 30 bays, 15 bays, or a family-friendly 9 bays route
- Participants complete 30 strokes at each bay in any order between 1-30 July
- Registration now open with prices from £5 for children to £35 for families
- Community launch swim at Vazon on 1 July at 6.30pm
Les Bourgs Hospice has announced the return of its flagship fundraising challenge, 30 Bays in 30 Days, which will run throughout July 2026.
The event invites islanders to explore local bays whilst raising essential funds for the hospice's free specialist palliative care services. Participants are required to complete 30 strokes at each chosen bay between 1 and 30 July, in any order and at any pace.
This year's challenge offers three flexible options to accommodate different abilities and schedules. The classic 30 Bays in 30 Days challenge returns alongside the 15 Bays in 30 Days option, designed for those with busy schedules or new swimmers. A family-friendly 9 Bays in 30 Days route featuring easy-access beaches is also available.
Swimmers are encouraged to pledge £30 in donations or sponsorship to support the hospice.
The event will launch with a community swim at Vazon at 6.30pm on 1 July, where participants can also register in person.
Event founder Liz Stonebridge said: "This challenge was created in memory of loved ones cared for at Les Bourgs, and it continues to bring people together in a really special way. Even if people have completed the challenge before every swim is different depending on tides, time of day or who they are swimming with. Every sign up helps to provide free hospice care which makes such a difference to island families."
Registration is now open at www.lesbourgshospice.org.gg. Entry costs £15 for adults, £5 for children, and £35 for families. The 15 Bays option is priced at £10. A team entry for five people is also available, with organisers encouraging workplaces to participate as part of staff wellbeing initiatives.
The event is supported by Rocq Capital, with illustrated maps provided by Caroline Cummins and Caroline Veron.
For further information, participants can email [email protected] or telephone 07781 122914.
Q&A
Q: When does the 30 Bays in 30 Days challenge take place?
A: The challenge runs throughout July 2026, from 1 to 30 July. It begins with a community swim at Vazon at 6.30pm on 1 July.
Q: How much does it cost to enter the challenge?
A: Entry costs £15 for adults, £5 for children, £35 for families, and £10 for the 15 Bays option. A team entry for five people is also available.
Q: What are the different challenge options available?
A: There are three options: the classic 30 Bays in 30 Days, 15 Bays in 30 Days for busy schedules or new swimmers, and a family-friendly 9 Bays in 30 Days route with easy-access beaches.
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