Make a splash for mental health in The BIG Swim!

Introducing our brand-new fundraising sensation, The Big Swim.

We're calling all swimmers, from novice to pro, to take the plunge for a great cause: better mental health for everyone in Calderdale.

What is The Big Swim?
It's a sponsored swim with a purpose. Set your swimming goal, rally your friends and family for support, and gear up to hit the pool. (Ages 16+ only)

• Date & Time:  2 PM on Sunday 1st October, 2023
• Location:  Your local participating pool - Brighouse, Sowerby Bridge or Todmorden
• Choose your challenge:  100m, 400m, 800m, 1 mile - or set your own target for an extra challenge
• Registration:  £15
• Deadline:  We ask that you register by Thursday, 21st September. Any issues, just get in touch!
• What you'll get:  A nifty fundraising pack, custom swim cap and a medal upon completion - plus, our team of staff and volunteers are here to encourage you along the way!

Sign up now!

Donate to The Big Swim

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FAQs

how can i pay in my registration fee?

You can send this via bank transfer or cheque (details below). If you would like to pay it in another way, please do get in touch with us to discuss. Further instructions are included in the registration form.

Please send your bank transfer to: 
Calderdale Wellbeing
Sort Code: 60-83-01
Account No: 20474645

Please make your cheque out to Calderdale Wellbeing and include the participant's name on the back for reference.
​and post to our office:  1 King Street, Halifax HX1 1SR

What if i struggle to pay the fee?

We don't want anyone to feel excluded or prohibited from taking part. If you are struggling with this fee, please do get in touch with us to discuss. 

how can i set up my online fundraising page?

Please set up your fundraising page under our Big Swim campaign on JustGiving:
https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/the-big-swim-23
​Simply click the link, then click the "Start Fundraising" button.

​Do you need additional help? Read instructions here, or you can contact Vicky - vicky@healthymindscalderdale.co.uk

Can i have a paper sponsorship form?

Yes! Feel free to download and print a paper form.

Don't forget Gift Aid! For every £1 donated with Gift Aid, we receive an extra 25p from the Government at no cost to the donor. Your sponsors must include their full name, address, postcode and a tick in the box in order to claim Gift Aid.

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Gain inspiration from our swimmers:

Nikki & Kath are the inspiration behind the Big Swim! They have taken on 3 swimming challenges so far for Healthy Minds, increasing their distance each time. Last year, Nikki & Kath swam an incredible 2500 meters to raise money for our work.

Read Nikki's story:

"Healthy Minds has completely turned my life around. The support team in Todmorden have helped me to be more positive and I am happier and more content than I have been for a long time.

I have always loved swimming and even more so now, as ill health and mobility issues have taken their toll. Swimming gives me freedom of movement and is great for my mental health.

Healthy Minds have been a life changer and now I want to give something back. I want to try and raise some funds for this special and worthy charity. I can't walk far, and I definitely can't run a marathon, but what I can do is challenge myself to a swim!'

Hear more from Nikki on Healthy Minds Radio!

Healthy Minds Radio took a trip to Todmorden Sports Centre to talk to Nikki and hear what motivated her to take the plunge for Healthy Minds.

Originally broadcast on 28/8/2023 on Phoenix FM 96.7.​