So whilst 2020 was such an unprecedented, difficult and emotional year with the Pandemic, for so many and continues to be it is it was even sadder for me personally. I had to postpone this Channel swim until 2021 due to my Husband's deterioration in health, and subsequent passing away in July.
Therefore, this Channel swim will now be even more special and poignant.... Charlie and I already discussed this in January last year. That it would be my "Retirement" CHANNEL SWIM.. I still stand by this, But with the swim dates coinciding with the first anniversary of his passing. It will now be "My 6th decade Solo Channel swim - For Charlie. In his memory" Please give generously and share this page as much as you can
A little on what I accomplished in 2019
1) Swum across the Gibraltar Straits in April - from Spain to Africa
2) Across the Arctic Circle - from Finland to Sweden -ate midnight in full daylight - and swam ‘back in time’ - left at 12.10am from Finland - and arrived at 11.50 pm in Sweden! Very cool!
3) Lake Tahoe - the full length, 21.3 miles, at Altitude - and got altitude sickness in the process! which was not at all nice - but I finished!
A little Back story
Sal swam the English channel for the first time, at 18 in 1975 Then again at 28 - in 1985 Then again - in her and THE next decade at 35 in 1992 Again at 48 in 2005 and then at 56 in 2013 and for good measure - threw in a 2 Way EC swim in 2016 - becoming the oldest swimmer to complete this at 59.. During this time, she has also completed many other of the top worldwide recognised swims as well So - 5 decades of English Channel Swims so far; nobody else has done this and is probably unlikely to - so to cement that unique record, Sal is booked for her 6th decade English Channel sometime between 27 July and 2nd August 2020 Sal will be 63 then so it combined 6 decades of her life and in years VG sponsors Sally Minty-Gravett’s 6th decade cross-channel swim 11 December 2019 – VG, one of Jersey’s independent and largest fiduciary and administration solutions businesses, has partnered with cross-channel veteran and Guinness World Record holder Sally Minty-Gravett as principal sponsor of her seventh cross-channel attempt in six decades. Jersey-born Sally made her first cross channel swim in 1975 and has made the crossing every decade since. The swim from Dover to Calais in late July 2020 aims to raise £10,000 in aid of Jersey Alzheimers Association’s Splash Chat Programme and the Jersey Lifeboat Association. VG’s Managing Director, Mark Hucker, commented on the sponsorship “We’re delighted to be able to support Sally in her milestone swim. Sally’s challenge epitomises the values of VG: Excellence – always striving to be better and push boundaries; Caring – taking into account the needs of others; Partnership – working with her support team and VG to achieve more than she could alone; and, Positivity – always tackling challenges with conviction and a smile” Sally Minty-Gravett adds “Finding financial sponsorship to fund these challenges has often been a big challenge. I am humbled, delighted and so grateful for the sponsorship from VG; successfully securing the sponsorship will now enable me to focus on training hard and reaching, hopefully exceeding, my fundraising targets. I am looking forward tremendously to partnering with VG to ‘get this 6th decade English Channel swim done.” They are my Main sponsor and are paying for my Pilot Boat in full - which is fantastic! I am so grateful I am also being helped financially by Hydropool CI, Columbia Estates who are contributing to my Travel / Accommodation costs. I have received another £500 towards expenses too I am also being ‘Looked after’/Sponsored’ by Laura Cattell at Freedom Physiotherapy and Osteopath Bill Aston will be ensuring my shoulders are in good shape too! I will be raising money for 2 Local Jersey Charities: The JLA - Jersey Lifeboat Association, the new independent Jersey Lifeboats set up 2 years ago and Jersey Alzheimers Association - I have been an active volunteer for them for 5 + years now in the “SplashChat" Initiative, where we encourage them to come swimming and then have a social coffee hour afterwards' I am aiming to raise at LEAST £10,000 - half way there already!
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Event Total Raised
£16,646
Recent Donations
£20.00
Sallymac50
25th Jul 2021
"I've just read an article about you Sally in the 'i' newspaper this weekend. What an inspiration you are. I love to swim, although not the kind of challenges you complete. From one Sally to another, congratulations x"
"Just read about you in my i paper You're an inspiration. Good luck and well done for supporting such great causes"
£50.00
BILL TANNER
15th Jul 2021
"WELL DONE SALLY, BEST WISHES"
£50.00
Yes
12th Jul 2021
"We are all so proud of you Sally , all the children you have taught so well and all we
parents who owe you a huge debt of gratitude for helping them love and respect the sea . Now I have a grandson …. With love and good wishes Gill
"
"Best of luck Sal, when the time is right for you to go may the waters be calm & the tide helpful & im sure from above Charlie will be watching over you xx"
"Another little bit to try and help encourage those arms to keep going "
£20.00
Donna De gruchy
30th Jun 2021
"Amazing Sal, may the dolphins be with you "
Mary and Tony
30th Jun 2021
"Good luck Sally! With love from us all xx"
£10.00
Daveena Tweed
30th Jun 2021
"Go girl you’ve got this "
£50.00
Adrian Rotchell
30th Jun 2021
"Smash it up Sal "
£40.00
Nicky
30th Jun 2021
"Dear Sally,
You are a legend.
Best of luck with your amazing swim.
Nicky Hay and Betty Hibbs xx"
Clare
30th Jun 2021
"A truly inspiring person. "
Anonymous
30th Jun 2021
"Good luck Sally you're amazing love Sarah and Noah "
£25.00
Jackie
30th Jun 2021
"Go smash it Sal, you are an absolute legend xx "
£20.00
Lou Cotton
30th Jun 2021
"With love from all the Cottons xxx Enjoy the swim. "
Sarah
30th Jun 2021
"Good luck Sally an incredible achievement safe swim "
£20.00
Stephanie Cope
30th Jun 2021
"Best of luck Sally! "
The Minchinton’s
30th Jun 2021
"Good luck Sally- from Cadence and Seddon x"
Gillian
30th Jun 2021
"Best of luck Sally, You can do this. Go Girl… x"
Clare Jouanny
30th Jun 2021
"Go Sal! x"
£20.00
Cindy Wanless
30th Jun 2021
"Have a fabulous swim Sally - you’ll be amazing as always x"
£1.00
Julie Torpy
30th Jun 2021
"Well done , what an inspiration "
£20.00
Natasha Broughton
30th Jun 2021
Alan Ricou
30th Jun 2021
£20.00
Gareth Rees
30th Jun 2021
"Sal you'll forever be an inspiration and your welcome and embrace into Jersey swimming in October 2017 will forever be in my heart and a crucial stage in the build up to own channel swim. Thank you!"
"In awe of your ability. Wishing you a safe and successful crossing. We’ll be following you on the app and social media.
Best Wishes
Philip (Taylor) and Moz (Scott)
"
"Best of luck Sal xxx I have complete faith that you will smash this challenge for your Charlie xxx I will be praying for the perfect weather conditions for your crossing. Your such an inspiration!! All my love Sacha xx "
"My donation is dedicated to my sister Barbara who passed away 27 June 2016. Barbara, Sally and Charlie were great friends. Go for both of them Sally from Pat."
"Very best wishes Sally, you are beyond awesome! I hope you raise shed loads for your charities. "
Lisa
25th Jun 2021
"Wishing you all the best Sally - you are an inspiration! From the De Poerck family"
£100.00
The Angells
25th Jun 2021
"For sally and charlie "
£50.00
Michael & Martine Pallot
25th Jun 2021
"Good luck Sally hope all goes well!"
Michele
25th Jun 2021
"Go for it we know you can do it"
£10.00
Sarah Vivian
25th Jun 2021
"Best of luck Sally . You are amazing!! "
£50.00
Peter Brookes
25th Jun 2021
"Well done Sally. You've always been a start since our Midland Bank days."
£100.00
Jan H.
25th Jun 2021
"Best of luck Sal - hope all goes well.
"
£50.00
Dawn Ramsey
25th Jun 2021
£100.00
Dan H
25th Jun 2021
"All the very best of luck to you Sal !"
£50.00
Joan Birt
25th Jun 2021
"Thank you Lady Birt "
£50.00
Lorna
25th Jun 2021
"Go Sally Stay safe and enjoy your challenge. Lorna x"
£50.00
Caroline & Riaan Terburgh
24th Jun 2021
"So many incredible swimming career achievements! So blessed to meet someone who loves the water so much, & who has inspired so many others to do the same "
"Michael and Ann Daw want to wish you good luck for this, your 6th decade and last amazing channel swim"
£20.00
Jane Pearce
22nd Jun 2021
"Good luck Sally x"
£10.00
Nanette Farrell
21st Jun 2021
"Good luck x"
£50.00
Eilish Barraud
19th Jun 2021
"Amazing Sally. Welldone"
£50.00
Lynn and Trevor
19th Jun 2021
"Good luck Sally from the Gallops xxx"
£20.00
Melanie Roberts
18th Jun 2021
"Such an inspiration. Good Luck x"
Annie
18th Jun 2021
"Rooting for you Sal.......You're a star ⭐️"
£50.00
Anonymous
18th Jun 2021
"Keep swimming, you are our swimming inspiration x"
£20.00
Diane Bowen
18th Jun 2021
"You’ve got this Sally x"
Anonymous
18th Jun 2021
"Good luck Sally x"
£20.00
Martina
17th Jun 2021
"Wishing you luck & fair weather Sal. Will be urging you on as always. x"
£15.00
LA Romeril
17th Jun 2021
"Charlie taught me front crawl many years ago for which I will forever be grateful. I wish you lots of luck Sally. X "
£60.00
Gill Speed
17th Jun 2021
"So proud to be involved in your very special swim in our small way Sally "
Anonymous
16th Jun 2021
"Go go go Sal - you can do this! I'll be thinking of you xx"
Jude B.
15th Jun 2021
"Go Sal! You’ll be amazing as always xxx"
£20.00
Anonymous
15th Jun 2021
£20.00
Kirsty
15th Jun 2021
"Best of luck x"
£10.00
Shelby Parker
14th Jun 2021
"Good luck Sally!xx"
Anonymous
14th Jun 2021
£100.00
Stacey Sarre
14th Jun 2021
"You are an inspiration x "
Anonymous
14th Jun 2021
"Good Weather,GoodTides, Good Luck and Good Health , Charlie will be so Proud! Xx"
£15.00
Matt Bewers
14th Jun 2021
"Good luck Sally, you're a super woman and a brilliant ambassador for sport and the community. Best "arms" forward for your swim"
£100.00
Fergus Walker
13th Jun 2021
"Love. Purrs. Fergus Walker"
£130.00
SMG plus friends
13th Jun 2021
"Cash donations from the Doran family, And
David&Sharon Wilcox
Thank you "
£50.00
Angela
13th Jun 2021
"You are such an inspiration Sally!
So lovely you are doing this in memory of Charlie - very precious x"
£20.00
Kev Warren
13th Jun 2021
"Go Sal. Emotionally, this will be your toughest to date. You will be in many peoples prayers over this period, thinking of the wonderful Charlie. He will undoubtedly be there with you, that final push when needed. All Best for the ultimate conditions from the elements. Big Hug Kev xx"
"You are one hell of an inspirational lady. Respect all the way."
£10.00
Sue Willis
12th Jun 2021
"Best of luck Sally, I'm full of admiration! "
£20.00
Jane Le Lievre
12th Jun 2021
"Good luck Sally. xx"
£50.00
Anonymous
12th Jun 2021
£50.00
Ann Morgan
12th Jun 2021
"Good luck Sal. you are truly amazing. X"
£20.00
Valerie
12th Jun 2021
"Good Luck Sally. You really are an inspiration. Valerie & Baz x"
£20.00
Anne Harrison & family
12th Jun 2021
"I can remember the excitement and pride when you completed your first channel swim! Looking forward to celebrating this one! "
£50.00
John Richardson
11th Jun 2021
"Amazing Sally! Congratulations! "
Angela Mariani
11th Jun 2021
"Best of luck Sally "
£60.00
Kelly Blandin-Hosty
11th Jun 2021
"Good luck Sally, such an incredible lady. Sending love as always, Kelly, Jayden, Bryonie and Leo xx xx"
£20.00
Gillian Thornton
11th Jun 2021
"Do hope the swim can go ahead this year. A wonderful effort for a wonderful cause. Good luck, Sal! x"
£50.00
Scriven Family
11th Jun 2021
"We love you Sal-good luck you amazing lady. Tons of love Jon, Donna, Dan & Hannah xxxx"
£50.00
Annalisa Bale
11th Jun 2021
"Good Luck Sally, you're amazing. xx"
Anonymous
11th Jun 2021
"Good Luck Sally!"
KarenW
11th Jun 2021
"Go Sal, looking forward to tracking you "
£50.00
Karen Vieira
11th Jun 2021
"Good Luck Sally x"
£20.00
Julie Brady
10th Jun 2021
"Best of luck."
£20.00
Mandie Christie
10th Jun 2021
"fantastic fundraising you can do it Sally"
£40.00
Shirley Gaine
9th Jun 2021
"Thank you for raising money for such a good cause, good luck Sal, Shirley & Noreen ☘️☘️☘️Xx"
£30.00
Katharine O’Donovan
9th Jun 2021
"Go Sal go! Will be tracking you every step of the way. We miss you, we love you and thinking of you xxx"
£10.00
Helia Da Silva
9th Jun 2021
"Lots of love from me and Mason!!
Your an amazing woman ❤"
£20.00
Paul and Alli
9th Jun 2021
"Good luck Sally - hope the weather is kind to you. Love and best wishes Alli & Paul Tandy"
£20.00
Debra Michel
9th Jun 2021
"You are such an inspiration Sally, wishing all the very best .. from Steve & Debbie (from dancing!)"
£10.00
Steve Lund
9th Jun 2021
"All the very best to you in your preparations and during the actual swim. xx"
Annie Blampied
9th Jun 2021
"Dear Sally, I remember you from my days at the JCG, and came across knowledge of you again on FaceBook through Sue Bayley! I am so inspired by your bravery and energy over the decades of swimming. My mum had dementia, and my brother is a keen sailor in Jersey, so your fundraising is meaningful to me. I will be thinking of you and following you. Wishing you every blessing! with love from Annie Blampied-Radojcin"
"Hi Sally. Your Jersey friend Pat gave me all the details of your channel swims through the decades. I applaud you for your fantastic efforts and the money you raise for charity. We live close to Calais and hope to follow your swim and even meet you when you arrive if that is possible. Good luck, you are a courageous lady."
"You are an incredibly strong lady and an absolute inspiration. We are confident you will smash this swim! Go Sal! Lots of love Laura Michael & Gwen xxx"
"Loved my couple of swims with you in 2019 - you're an inspiration! So good luck with the new crossing "
£100.00
Vicki
6th Jun 2021
"All the best Sally.
Bill and Vicki Staite xxx"
£40.00
Norma Parkinson
6th Jun 2021
"You’re a Living legend Sally, and a fantastic ambassador for Jersey. Go girl! "
£10.00
Aileen Falla
6th Jun 2021
£10.00
Gill Larkin
6th Jun 2021
"Go Sally!"
£20.00
Dave C
6th Jun 2021
"Go for it Sal!!"
£10.00
Anonymous
6th Jun 2021
£10.00
Helen Clackett
6th Jun 2021
"Well done Sally"
Stephanie
6th Jun 2021
"Good luck Sally, you are so inspirational! "
£10.00
Gill
5th Jun 2021
"Good luck sally. Love Gill (Taverner)"
Anonymous
5th Jun 2021
"Good luck Sally what an achievement it will be
"
Anonymous
5th Jun 2021
"Well done on completing your qualifier Sally."
Mary Horton
5th Jun 2021
"Fantastic achievements so far and more success to come! Good luck! "
£100.00
SMG & others
2nd Jun 2021
"Cash donations received from
Liz & Charles Pinel
Sacha
And others "
£50.00
Jo Rowe
20th May 2021
"Good luck Sal fantastic! "
£20.00
Anonymous
19th May 2021
Prabhat(PK)
19th May 2021
"good luck sally mam from Koli Family"
£200.00
Mandy du Feu
17th May 2021
"Thank you for doing this Sal. It means so much to me on both levels but I’m sure you know that already. No need to wish you luck but I wish you a good tide and calm water. Lots of love xxx"
