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Event Theme: Swimming

New Year’s Day Swim 2024

Do you enjoy open water swimming? Want to start 2024 with a splash?

We have teamed up with Uswim who are running their long established (13 years and counting!) New Year’s Day swim on Monday 1st January 2024 at  Dock 9, MediaCityUK, Salford Quays.

Celebrate the start of a new year with family, friends and fellow cold water lovers! The invigorating water temperature will be 7c! The uber-friendly crowd and iconic Lowry Theatre backdrop guarantees top pics and crazy fun.

Will you be brave and bold and withstand the cold to take part in this year’s NYD’24 swim and get sponsored for St Ann’s Hospice?

Once you’ve signed up with Uswim you can set up your JustGiving fundraising page to support St Ann’s here.

If you have any questions about the event, please get in touch by emailing events@sah.org.uk or calling us on 0161 498 3631.

Don’t worry we won’t leave you out in the cold – our friendly events team will be on hand to help you all the way!

You can find out more information about the swim and book your place below.

Book here

Entry*

Adults (16+) £25.00

Young People (7-15yrs) £5.00

Swim Courses

There’ll be a 250m towfloat-compulsory course for competent swimmers who are then able to swim for as long as they safely want.

There is also a 100m non-towfloat course for swimmers who still want the buzz of a deliciously cold open water swim. Towfloats are still recommended though 🙂

Swim Timings

There will be TWO ‘waves’ of swimmers entering the water at 30 minute intervals based upon surnames.

Registration

10.15-11.15 am.

‘Wave’ Swim Times (based on surnames)*

1) A-H – 11.00am

2) I-Z –  11.30am

All swimmers to have left the water by 12pm.

*If attending with friends/family with different surnames its 100% cool if you simply swim together. No need to email regarding this, just turn up and let Uswim know on the day.

 

100km in August Challenge

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It really is as simple as it sounds! 

We are challenging you to complete 100km throughout August. You can walk, run, swim, cycle or combine all four, in your own time and at your own pace.  There is no registration fee and every penny you raise will make a difference. 

We’ll even send you a free t-shirt for you to wear with pride throughout the challenge! We would love as many people as possible to join in and raise what you can to support the patients and families we care for. 

How it works 

  1. Join our Facebook group and follow the instructions to register for the challenge.
  2. We’ll send you a FREE Team St Ann’s t-shirt to wear with pride throughout the challenge.
  3. Complete your challenge during August and share your progress with our Facebook group who will support you all the way.
  4. Ask your friends, family, colleagues and neighbours to sponsor you throughout the month
  5. Don’t worry if you’re not on Facebook you can still register here.

Join our Facebook group to sign up

Frequently asked questions 

  • What is the 100km in August Challenge all about? 

100km in August is a fundraising challenge for St Ann’s Hospice. Join hundreds of incredible St Ann’s Hospice supporters in taking on 100 Kilometres in the month of August. You can complete your Kilometres however you like – run, walk, cycle or swim (or a combination of all four)! The important thing is to get out and get moving to raise funds for those who need us most. 

  • How do I get started? 

The first thing to do is join our Facebook Group.  Click Join Now to register, get your free t shirt, meet other amazing fundraisers and get loads of tips and ideas for your challenge. 

  • Do I have to be on Facebook to take part? 

You can still take part if you aren’t on Facebook by registering with this link and then setting up a JustGiving page. However if you are on Facebook, it really helps us if you fundraise through that platform. We’re a small team and using the platform helps us provide you with more support and it helps us streamline our admin.  

  • Do I have to use Facebook Fundraising or can I set-up a JustGiving page? 

As the challenge is being run through Facebook we would prefer all participants to fundraise through the Facebook fundraising pages provided as it helps us to easily monitor the event and to minimise costs. However, if you prefer to use JustGiving, please register for the challenge using this link.

  • Is there a minimum fundraising amount? 

For this challenge we have set a sponsorship target of £150 however we just ask that you set up a fundraising page and do your very best! Your fundraising will go to St Ann’s Hospice and help us to continue to provide our services. 

  • Can I be sponsored by someone who is not on Facebook? 

If someone would like to donate to your challenge and they don’t have Facebook the best thing is to collect their donation offline and then donate it directly to your fundraiser yourself.  We will also provide paper sponsorship forms when we send out your t-shirt, so that is another option.

  • Can I include my normal daily steps as part of my distance? 

Yes! We are happy for you to make the challenge personal to you, so if it makes sense for you to include those steps, we are happy for you to do so. 

  • How should I track my kilometres? 

It’s completely up to you! There are lots of apps and trackers available or you could go for good old fashioned pen and paper, why not ask others in the Facebook group? 

  • I’m not able to complete 100 Kilometres – can I still take part? 

Of course! This challenge is for everyone and every kilometre you complete will make a difference, the important thing is getting out and raising vital funds for St Ann’s Hospice. 

  • Any other questions?

Get in touch events@sah.org.uk 

100km in September Challenge

We are challenging you to complete 100km throughout September to help us reach our £2 million target for our new Heald Green hospice. 

You can walk, run, swim, cycle or combine all four, in your own time and at your own pace.  There is no registration fee and every penny you raise will help us to build our new hospice.  

We’ll send you a FREE t-shirt to wear with pride throughout the challenge too!  We would love you to join in and raise what you can to help us build it together! 

How it works 

  1. Join our Facebook group and follow the instructions to register for the challenge.
  2. We’ll send you a FREE t-shirt to wear with pride throughout the challenge.
  3. Complete your challenge during September and share your progress in our private Facebook group, where we’ll support you all the way.
  4. Ask your friends, family, colleagues and neighbours to sponsor you throughout the month
  5. Don’t worry if you’re not on Facebook – you can still register here.

Join our Facebook group

Frequently asked questions 

  • What is the 100km in September Challenge all about? 

100km in September is a fundraising challenge for St Ann’s Hospice.  Join hundreds of incredible St Ann’s Hospice supporters in taking on 100 kilometres in the month of September.  You can complete your kilometres however you like – run, walk, cycle or swim (or a combination of all four)!  The important thing is to get out and get moving to raise funds for St Ann’s Build it together Appeal. 

  • How do I get started? 

The first thing to do is join our Facebook Group.  Just click Join Now and then you’ll be able to register, get your free t-shirt, meet other amazing fundraisers, and get loads of tips and ideas for your challenge. 

  • Do I have to be on Facebook to take part? 

You can still take part if you aren’t on Facebook by registering with this link  If you are on Facebook, we would prefer you to fundraise through that platform, as we will be able to provide you with more support and it helps us keep an accurate track of our team fundraising total. 

  • Do I have to use Facebook Fundraising or can I set-up a JustGiving page? 

As the challenge is being run through Facebook we would prefer all participants to fundraise through the Facebook fundraising pages provided as it helps us to easily monitor and to minimise costs.  However, if you have a strong desire to use JustGiving, you can register and set up your JustGiving page using this link

  • Is there a minimum fundraising amount? 

For this challenge we have set a sponsorship target of £150 however we just ask that you set up a fundraising page and do your very best! Your fundraising will go to St Ann’s Hospice Build it together appeal to help us reach our £2 million target. 

  • Can I be sponsored by someone who is not on Facebook?

If someone would like to donate to your challenge and they don’t have Facebook the best thing is to collect their donation offline and then donate it directly to your fundraiser yourself.  We will also send out sponsorship forms, in case people prefer to sponsor you that way.

  • Can I include my normal daily steps as part of my distance? 

Yes! We are happy for you to make the challenge personal to yourself, so if it makes sense for you to include those steps, we are happy for you to do so. 

  • How should I track my kilometres? 

It’s completely up to you!  There are lots of apps and trackers available, or you could go for good old fashioned pen and paper, why not ask others in the Facebook group? 

  • I want to do more than 100 kilometres – can I still take part? 

Of course!  This challenge is your challenge, so if you want to increase the target, go for it! Every kilometre you complete will make a difference, the important thing is getting out and raising vital funds for St Ann’s Hospice. 

  • I’m not able to complete 100 kilometres – can I still take part? 

Of course!  This challenge is for everyone, and every kilometre you complete will make a difference, the important thing is getting out and raising vital funds for St Ann’s Hospice. 

  • Any other questions?

Get in touch events@sah.org.uk 

Join our Facebook group to sign up

Complete 5km a day this Hospice Care Week

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We are challenging you to complete 5km a day during Hospice Care week (9th – 15th October) to help us reach our £2 million target for our new Heald Green hospice.  You can walk, run, swim, cycle or combine all four, in your own time and at your own pace. There is no registration fee and every penny you raise will help us to build our new hospice. 

We’ll send you a FREE St Ann’s snood to wear with pride throughout the challenge! We would love you to join in and raise what you can to help us build it together! 

How it works 

  1. Join our Facebook group and follow the instructions to register for the challenge.
  2. We’ll send you a FREE St Ann’s snood to wear with pride throughout the challenge.
  3. Complete your challenge during Hospice Care week and share your progress in our private Facebook group, where we’ll support you all the way.
  4. Ask your friends, family, colleagues and neighbours to sponsor you throughout your challenge.
  5. Don’t worry if you’re not on Facebook you can still register here.

Join our Facebook group to sign up

Frequently asked questions 

  • What is the 5km a day  in October Challenge all about? 

The 5km a day in October Challenge is a fundraising challenge for the St Ann’s Hospice Build it Together new hospice appeal.  Join hundreds of incredible St Ann’s Hospice supporters in taking on this challenge from 9th – 15th October.  You can complete your Kilometres however you like – run, walk, cycle or swim (or a combination of all four)! The important thing is to get out and get moving to raise funds for St Ann’s Build it together Appeal. 

  • How do I get started? 

The first thing to do is join our Facebook Group.  Click Join Now to register, get your free snood, meet other amazing fundraisers, and get loads of tips and ideas for your challenge. 

  • Do I have to be on Facebook to take part? 

You can still take part if you aren’t on Facebook by registering with this link and then setting up a JustGiving page. However if you are on Facebook, it really helps us if you fundraise through that platform. We’re a small team and using the platform helps us provide you with more support and it helps us streamline our admin.  

  • Do I have to set up a JustGiving page? 

If you would prefer to raise money using a sponsor form that’s no problem.  Sponsor forms will be sent out when you register or will be available to download.

  • Is there a minimum fundraising amount? 

For this challenge we have set a sponsorship target of £150, all we ask is that you fundraise as best as you can.  Your fundraising will go towards our Build it Together appeal to build a new St Ann’s Hospice at Heald Green. 

  • Can I be sponsored by someone who doesn’t use JustGiving? 

If someone would like to donate to your challenge and they don’t use JustGiving, they can donate via our website and comment that they are sponsoring you. Or you can collect their donation offline using the paper sponsor forms that will be provided.

  • Can I include my normal daily steps as part of my distance? 

Yes! We are happy for you to make the challenge personal to yourself, so if it makes sense for you to include those steps, we are happy for you to do so. 

  • How should I track my kilometres? 

It’s completely up to you! There’s lots of apps and trackers available, or you could go for good old fashioned pen and paper, why not ask others in the Facebook group? 

  • I want to do more than 5 kilometres a day – can I still take part? 

Of course!  This challenge is your challenge, so if you want to increase the target, go for it! Every kilometre you complete will make a difference, the important thing is getting out and raising vital funds for St Ann’s new hospice. 

  • I’m not able to complete 5 kilometres a day – can I still take part? 

Of course! This challenge is for everyone, and every kilometre you complete will make a difference, the important thing is getting out and raise vital funds for St Ann’s new hospice. 

  • Any other questions?

Get in touch events@sah.org.uk 

Join now

Sporting Challenges In Aid of St Ann’s

Did you know you could take on any challenge and still be part of Team St Ann’s? We have lots of runs, swims, cycles, and challenges that are going on in our area and you could do any of them for St Ann’s.

Here are some examples of events you could do in our local area:

  • Tatton Park 10km – Saturday 9th January 2021
  • Run Aintree 5km, 10km & Half Marathon – Saturday 16th January 2021
  • Run Heaton 5km, 10km & Half Marathon – Sunday 24th January 2021
  • Run Tatton 10km – Saturday 6th February 2021
  • Run Tatton Half Marathon – Sunday 7th February 2021
  • Salford 10km Road Race – 2nd April 2021
  • Tour de Manc 2020 – 2nd May 2021
  • Greater Manchester Swim – Saturday 15th May 2021
  • Manchester to Blackpool Bike Ride – 04 July 2021
  • Ironman UK – Sun 4th Jul 202
  • Wilmslow Summer 10km – Sunday 11th July 2021
  • Salford Triathlon – Sunday 25th July 2021

Please notes this list is just an example of events, don’t worry if an event you want to do is not listed, just email our events team at events@sah.org.uk and let us know what you are doing.

By taking on a challenge in aid of St Ann’s, not only will you help to raise vital funds for your local hospice, but we’ll provide you with all the support you need.

Join Team St Ann’s and you’ll get loads of perks, including:

  • A #TeamStAnns vest
  • A fundraising pack with fun ideas and tips
  • Regular training and nutrition advice
  • Temporary tattoos to decorate yourself with for the fundraiser
  • A friendly events team here to support you all the way

Fill in the form below to register your interest.

For more information please contact our Fundraising Team by emailing events@sah.org.uk or by calling 0161 498 3631.

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Join Team St Ann’s

Choose from a variety of events such as our annual Midnight Walk to Summer Fairs, Marathons, Golf Day, Triathlon and Oversea Treks. Maybe you’re hoping to create or take part in a different event on behalf of us? Either way, we’d love to have you as part of #TeamStAnns!

As we celebrate our 50th birthday, we’d like to encourage you to take on events or activities and help raise vital funds that will enable us to carry on caring for the next 50 years and beyond. Visit our birthday page here and take on any or all of our 50 fundraisers!

 

Join Team St Ann’s

Whichever event you choose to do, do it as part of #TeamStAnns!

We have lots of exciting events listed on our website; varying from Firewalks and Overseas Treks to Sporting Challenges, Community Events, Quizzes and Business Lunches. No matter the challenge, whether it’s athletic, creative, virtual or community themed, we will welcome you to the team.  

If the event you’re looking for isn’t listed, not to worry – you can still sign up and join the team. All you have to do is secure your place with the event organisers or create your own!

What type of event could I do?

With all the events out there, it would be impossible for us to list them all. Here are some examples of the events you could do for us…

  • Skydive
  • Running – Marathon, ½ marathon, 10K, Fun run 
  • Swimming – indoor or outdoor  
  • Triathlon
  • Cycle – road race, spinathon, virtual 
  • Iron man 
  • Ultra Marathon 
  • Treks – Yorkshire 3 peaks, Snowdon 
  • White-collar boxing 
  • Virtual events – Bingo, Quizzes, Pub Crawls etc. 
  • Bake offs 
  • Games night
  • Live music performance 
  • Virtual workout classes

Why not take your event even further and mark our 50th birthday by completing a 50km, 50 miles or 50 minutes challenge? It’s a great way to challenge yourself even more, whilst raising vital funds for #TeamStAnns. If you do plan on taking on a 50 themed challenge, let our Events Team know by emailing events@sah.org.uk.

What difference will I be making?

Every penny and every pound you raise for the hospice makes an incredible difference to the lives of all our patients and their loved ones living with a life-limiting illness. By fundraising for St Ann’s, you’re helping us to continue providing round-the-clock care to those who need it most, for many more years to come. 

What perks will I get?

By joining #TeamStAnns you’ll get loads of fantastic perks, including:

  • A friendly events team who will support you every step of the way
  • A #TeamStAnns t-shirt or running vest 
  • A fundraising pack full of inspiration and ideas

How do I join #TeamStAnns?

You can join our incredible team in lots of ways! We’d recommend joining by:

  • Signing up for one of our events 
  • Entering a different event and letting us know when your place has been confirmed 
  • Organising your own event(s) and telling us all about it 

If you’re organising an event or entering into an event in aid of St Ann’s, please email events@sah.org.uk

Looking for an overseas challenge? 

We work with Global Adventure Challenges, a challenge event company known for taking supporters on life-changing adventures across the world. 

They offer a huge variety of global cycles, treks and even sledge challenges! Why not take a look at their website to see if there is a challenge you would like to undertake on behalf of St Ann’s? 

Need more information?

You can contact our friendly Events Team by calling 0161 498 3631 or by emailing events@sah.org.uk