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Hartlepool tri-athletes swim, run and cycle for the Hartlepool RNLI

Lifeboats News Release

Tri-athlete Neil Simon raised an impressive £250.00 for the Hartlepool RNLI recently with sponsorship raised whilst taking part in the 'Big Lime Triathlon' that was held in the town.

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Tri-athlete Neil Simon pictured with volunteer crew member Mark Barker at the Ferry Road boathouse.
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HGV driver Neil said 'Taking part in some of the ice dips in the North Sea and a very sad recent event made me realise the importance of the lifeboat service.
No matter what ability swimmers are the RNLI and its volunteer crews are a vital service to help those of us who may be in trouble whilst in or afloat on the sea'.
Neil completed the event that consisted of a 750 metre swim, 12 mile cycle ride and a 3 mile run in 1 hour 21 minutes and finished 20th in his category.
Neil said ' I would like to thank all my sponsors, family, friends and workmates for their support'.
Hartlepool RNLI Lifeboat operations manager Chris Hornsey said 'That was a fantastic effort by Neil to take part in the event and raise this money for the RNLI. His donation will play its part in helping save lives at sea'.

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Tom Collins
Lifeboat Press Officer, Hartlepool Lifeboat Station

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