Plymouth Woman Completes English Channel Swim in Memory of Beloved Nan

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Sergeant Lindsey Walke, a 49-year-old police officer from Plymouth, has successfully swum the English Channel in memory of her late grandmother, Margaret Perriment. Lindsey's incredible feat, which she had dreamed of completing for years, aimed to raise money and awareness for Alzheimer's Society, a charity that supported her family throughout Margaret's diagnosis and passing in 2017. The swim, a 21-mile endurance challenge, was initially delayed due to weather conditions but Lindsey persevered and set off on Saturday, June 21.

Key Takeaways:

  • Sergeant Lindsey Walke, a Tavistock police officer, completed the English Channel swim in memory of her beloved nan, Margaret Perriment, who died of Alzheimer's in 2017.
  • The swim, a 21-mile endurance challenge, was initially delayed due to weather conditions but Lindsey set off on Saturday, June 21.
  • Lindsey has raised over £3,000 for Alzheimer's Society as part of the charity's 2025 Forget Me Not Appeal, which aims to end the devastation caused by dementia.
  • Alzheimer's Society provides vital support to people living with dementia, funds groundbreaking research, and campaigns to make dementia the priority it should be.
  • The charity estimates that over 101,500 people are living with dementia in the Southwest of England, highlighting the need for continued support.
  • Lindsey's "bucket-list" swim aims to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer's Society, supporting people affected by dementia and those living with the condition in the future.

Statistics:

  • Lindsey has raised over £3,000 for Alzheimer's Society through her English Channel swim.
  • Alzheimer's Society estimates that over 101,500 people are living with dementia in the Southwest of England.
  • One in three people born in the UK today will develop dementia in their lifetime.
  • The English Channel swim is a 21-mile endurance challenge that was completed by Lindsey, an experienced open water swimmer.

Sources:

  • Sergeant Lindsey Walke, as reported in various local news outlets.
  • Alzheimer's Society, as reported on their official website: alzheimers.org.uk/forgetmenotappeal
  • Claire Frost, Alzheimer's Society Regional Fundraiser.