The event is organised by channel swimming star Julie Bradshaw via her Getset4success organisation while safety cover was provided by the Blackpool Beach Patrol as well as the volunteers from the life saving clubs organised by Syd Holt.
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Julie added: "Thanks to Swimzi for providing the swim hats which ensured the swimmers were visible in the water as safety is paramount."
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Christian Hampson and mum Alison Hampson before the swim
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Dave Williams, Jacqueline Blight, Liesl Allen, Carol Brown and Fiona Geldard on the Prom before the start