Mayor’s charity swim an ‘excellent’ event

THE first mayor’s charity swim to be held at the Splashpoint pool was an ‘excellent’ event where ‘everyone had a really good time’, according to Worthing mayor Bob Smytherman.

By Dan Cain

Published 25th Mar 2014, 17:00 BST

W12094H14 Worthing mayor Bob Smytherman sends Batman into the Splashpoint pool

Swimmers of all abilities took to the water to raise money for the mayor’s chosen charities – Guildcare, the Alzheimer’s Society and Coastal West Sussex Mind.

Mr Smytherman said: “I think it was excellent, the feedback on the day was very positive. It was a fantastic venue and all abilities took part which was great.”

Participants were greeted by mayoress Norah Fisher, entertainment was provided by Wonderwoman and Batman and Mr Smytherman acted as compere.

For more pictures, see the Worthing Herald, Thursday, May 27.