Charity RUHX, which supports the Royal United Hospital in Bath, is asking 100 individuals to make a splash this December as part of a new fundraising event, the Polar Plunge.
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The Polar Plunge, on Sunday 4th December, is an opportunity for supporters to do something different this Christmas, and take a dip in the cold lake water at West Country Water Park near to raise funds for the RUH.
The event is open to everyone, including seasoned swimmers who aren’t ready to hang up their wetsuits yet, and total beginners looking to try a new hobby.
Ellie Wilkinson, Events and Community Officer, RUHX said: “We know that cold water dipping has a wealth of wellbeing benefits, and we want to put on an event that gets people feeling good, trying something new and joining a like-minded community.
“There’s no distance or swimming target, or length of time people need to try and stay in the lake – we’re just asking people to experience cold water for the first time in a safe setting.
“All funds raised will go towards supporting our hospital over the Christmas months.”
Those who register for the event will receive an RUHX branded swimming cap, a #TeamRUHX t-shirt, a hot drink and BBQ meal post-dip, and fundraising support over the coming weeks.
RUHX is asking those taking part to raise £100, which will help the charity to give every patient extraordinary care and to support staff to do what they do best.
You can register for your place at www.ruhx.org.uk/polar-plunge.
