BBC Launches Thousand Mile Challenge for Charity

BBC Radio stations across the UK are participating in The Thousand Mile Challenge to raise funds for Children in Need, with each station aiming to swim 24 miles. Teams from various locations, including BBC Radio Oxford and BBC CWR in Coventry, are undertaking daily swimming targets, with some members overcoming personal fears and health challenges. Notable participants include Olympic swimmers offering support and guidance to local presenters as they tackle their swims. Meanwhile, young athletes from Tavistock Swimming Club excelled at the South West Regional Championships, showcasing their talent at a prestigious meet. The challenge aims to unite communities and draw attention to the necessity of supporting disadvantaged children across the UK. BBC Children in Need's Chief Executive emphasized the importance of public donations in continuing vital funding for charitable projects.