Little swimmers raise money for Alder Hey

Tristan’s Puddle Ducks swimming friends with Oli; Alder Hey Children’s Charity’s mascot.

Little swimmers in their pyjamas had a splashing time raising an amazing £1,835 for Alder Hey Children's Hospital, in memory of Tristan Elijah Campbell.

Swim school, Puddle Ducks, who hold classes across the north west, including at Oulder Hill Leisure Complex, host a charity pyjama swimming week each year, where children raise money for a local cause by learning water safety dressed in their favourite pyjamas.

This year, they chose Alder Hey Children's Hospital in memory of Tristan, an incredible little boy from Radcliffe who was cared for at Alder Hey until he sadly passed away last year aged two and a half from a rare heart condition, called Heterotaxy Syndrome.

Jo Gribben, owner of Puddle Ducks Lancashire, said, “Tristan was an incredible little boy and his condition didn't get in the way of him having an adventurous life that was full of fun. It is an honour to be able to join Tristan’s mum, Kate, with her mission to raise money for causes related to his condition.

“It was wonderful to bring all the children together who used to swim with Tristan to present the cheque to the charity. We are proud of them all for taking part in our charity PJ Week and helped us to raise so much money for Alder Hey Children's Hospital.”

Adam Dixon, community fundraiser for Alder Hey, said: “It was lovely to visit Puddle Ducks and meet all of Tristan’s friends who took part in the PJ party and raised a wonderful amount for Alder Hey Children’s Charity. We think they are all superstars.”

To donate towards the Puddle Duck’s fundraiser, visit:

• www.justgiving.com/fundraising/puddle-ducks-lancashire