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# People asked to take on swimming challenge in aid of diabetes charity
- URL: https://lichfieldlive.co.uk/people-asked-to-take-on-swimming-challenge-in-aid-of-diabetes-charity/
- Published: 2024-01-26T08:03:00.000Z
- Updated: 2024-01-25T13:55:01.000Z
- Description: People in Lichfield and Burntwood are being invited to make a splash for charity.
- Author: Lichfield Live
- Tags: Charity, #wp, #wp-post, #Import 2026-07-22 18:58, News

People in Lichfield and Burntwood are being invited to make a splash for charity.

Diabetes UK will run the Swim22 initiative from 22nd March and 22nd June.

Participants will be asked to swim a total of 22 miles – the width of the English Channel – during the 12 weeks.

Peter Shorrick, from Diabetes UK, said:

> “Swimming really is a fantastic way to help you get fit and healthy, have fun, and set yourself a challenge – and if you take on Swim22, you’ll not only be swimming towards a fitter, more confident you, you’ll also be raising money that will help Diabetes UK to support people with diabetes in living well with the condition.   
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> “You can take on the challenge in your local pool alone or with family, friends, or colleagues.   
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> “In addition to the popular 22-mile distance, there are two other options to choose from. Participants can do The Half, covering 11 miles.  
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> “More experienced swimmers may wish to take on The Double, swimming 44 miles.”  
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> Peter Shorrick, Diabetes UK

To register for the charity event, visit [swim22.diabetes.org.uk](https://swim22.diabetes.org.uk/?ref=lichfieldlive.co.uk). There is no registration fee and no minimum sponsorship.