Erith sets sail to raise funds for charity.
A team from the Erith Group has helped raise more than £35,000 by supporting the Greenwich-based charity, The Ahoy Centre, in its annual ‘50km in a day’ challenge.
The event saw nine nautical newcomers to rowing take to the River Thames and race each other from the Meridian line to the QE2 Bridge and back again. After a gruelling four hours, one minute and twenty-eight seconds, the Erith team emerged victorious.
The event raised over £35,000 for the Ahoy Centre, a contribution that will enable the group to continue their worthy work; helping disadvantaged children, vulnerable youngsters and those with disabilities gain access educational courses, qualifications and life-skills training.
An exhausted Mark Jack commented: “It was a great team effort and a fantastic day. Even though we ended up with a few blisters and some sore backs, we got a huge sense of achievement knowing that we have been able to help this great charity that works with disadvantaged, vulnerable and disabled young people. The whole team was thrilled to support the charity and the day was topped off by our unexpected win.”
