In August 2006 I sailed in a non-stop, 1,789 mile sailing race, to raise funds for a crucial research project to discover the genetic causes of Ulcerative Colitis. This debilitating disease is currently incurable, with 12,000 new cases each year and 25% of sufferers ending up in surgery like me. After an emergency operation to remove my colon, I had to adjust to life with an ileostomy bag on my abdomen. The research will cost £132,000 for the first year and £52,000 in year two, and is the biggest project of its kind ever conducted.

Round Britain & Ireland is a physically and mentally demanding race, with no rest for two weeks. It is considered a serious challenge for even the fittest sailors, let alone for someone who has endured years of debilitating illness and an ileostomy. Please take a moment to read about my experience and why I feel I should take on this challenge, and then check the donations page to show your support. You can download the summary flyer here. (This file is an Adobe PDF)
If you have any questions or suggestions please contact me: sailingfornacc@yahoo.co.uk