Galley Head Swim 2023
22nd July 09:00-18:00
10KM swim around the iconic Galley Head in aid of Marymount Hospice, Cancer Connect and Co-action.
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About
The Galley Head Swim 2023 will be in aid of of 3 very worthy causes - Marymount Hospice, Cancer Connect and CoAction. . All donations and proceeds will be split equally between the three charities. The swim will start at the Red Strand and go around the Galley Head and finish on the Warren Beach. Each swimmer or relay team will require a boat that is insured and helmed by an experienced boat skipper. One boat per swimmer or team (No kayaks allowed). Minimum entry needed to raise is €500 for an individual and €1000 for a relay team and any donations after that would be greatly appreciated. Relay teams to be made up of two or four swimmers. HQ for the race is The Celtic Ross Hotel in Rosscarbery. T-Shirt and race pack will be provided before the swim at the safety briefing and a medal and towel will be given at the finish. Due to the location, the swim is weather depending. A deposit of €100 per individual or €200 per relay team is required when registering. All swimmers must be 18 years or over.
Our Sponsors
Our Mission
By supporting the Galley Head Swim you will be supporting three of the most treasured charities in Cork.
Read a little bit about them below.
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Marymount Hospice
At Marymount University Hospital & Hospice we offer you three distinct services:
Our Hospital offers respite, intermediate palliative and residential care services for the older person.
Our Hospice offers specialist palliative care services, at both inpatient and community level.
Our Education Centre offers University and other courses, placement and conference facilities.
Cancer Connect
Cancer Connect co-ordinate transport to Cork hospitals for people requiring Radiotherapy, Chemotherapy and related treatments
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Cancer Connect is a totally free service, supported by voluntary donations and fundraising.
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Transport for passengers was offered in West Cork originally but due to growing demand is now offered throughout County Cork, with the exception of City Suburbs and surrounds.
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Cancer Connect is now firmly established in communities as a vital support for many to access Radiotherapy and Chemotherapy treatment in Cork Hospitals.
CoAction
CoAction West Cork provides quality services to support children and adults with an intellectual disability and /or autism.
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This is achieved by helping each service user reach their full potential, working in partnership with their families and carers within the community.
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CoAction recognise that the children and adults availing of the services and supports are unique individuals with abilities who belong in a world where people with a disability have the absolute right to live a valued, fulfilled life in their own community, with access to the supports that they require to establish and sustain an ‘ordinary life’.