Category Archives: News
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Thank you Alison
Posted on November 15, 2019 by Philip Miles in NewsAlison Gwynn competed in the Sussex Swimming Championship and won hatful of medals in her age group.
This time however she donated a medal to each of our married Tadpoles, Joe and Polly Minogue. As you can see they were over the moon.
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Christmas Party
Posted on November 15, 2019 by Philip Miles in News, UncategorizedOur Christmas Party will be held on 6th December 2019 from 7pm to 9.30pm at The Pavilion Kings Centre (please note the later time for finishing)
All are welcome Tadpoles – Volunteers – Friends and Family.
As always, soft drinks will be provided but we would be grateful if you could donate a small plateof …
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Tadpole Runners
Posted on July 1, 2019 by Philip Miles in NewsCongratulations to Tadpoles Theresa and Derek Parkes together with Volunteer Norma James who regularly take part in the 5k Park Run at East Court East Grinstead which takes place every Saturday at 9.00am.
If they get some bikes they can start training for the Triathlon.…
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Tadpoles get the Lions Share
Posted on May 22, 2019 by Philip Miles in NewsThe area and local manager of MacDonalds, sponsors of the East Grinstead Lions annual sponsored swim, presented a cheque for £240 to Jenny Leigh (Hon. Treasurer) at the May Fair on May 6th. This was the total collected by the Tadpoles Swimming Club after the team’s fantastic effort in the recent sponsored swim. The Lions …
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Lions Sponsored Swim
Posted on April 2, 2019 by Philip Miles in NewsOn Saturday March 9th, Tadpoles once again entered a team into the annual East Grinstead Lions’ Sponsored Swim event. Our team of four Tadpoles supported by 3 volunteers, achieved a magnificent total of 66 lengths in the 25 minutes they were allocated. This raised the sum of £250 in sponsorship money. Of this, 40% will …
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We suppose it had to happen one day.
Posted on February 11, 2019 by Philip Miles in NewsIt was with great sadness that Tadpoles and volunteers said goodbye to Allan and Linda Rees and Doreen Powell. As founder members of The Tadpoles Swimming Club for the Disabled in 1982, they have dedicated their Thursday evenings to it for the past 37 years and have been key in building a very successful group …
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Christmas Party 2018
Posted on February 11, 2019 by Philip Miles in NewsTadpoles, their families and volunteers began the Christmas festivities early at their annual Christmas party on Friday December 7th. The highlight of the evening was the Cavendish House guitar ensemble, a much looked forward to tradition at the party, led by Peter Watson. All joined in the Christmas carols accompanied by the young musicians on …
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Izzy is back
Posted on October 5, 2018 by Philip Miles in NewsWe were delighted to welcome back Izzy Bloom who originally joined us in 2009 and after a fairly long absence, has returned to swim with us again. Izzy is seen here with Jan Vanderhook and Vic Crittall
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Fantastic fantasy
Posted on July 27, 2018 by Philip Miles in News Ross Everix organised a fantasy football league and part of the prize pot was allocated to charity. The season’s winner was Gareth Scourfield, who chose to donate the charity pot to Tadpoles. Thank you Gareth and Ross – we were delighted to welcome you both to our Club night. Gareth is a long time supporter…No Comments. Continue Reading... -
Thank you Robert and family
Posted on July 4, 2018 by Philip Miles in NewsAt the end of May we were pleased to welcome Robert Everett to our club evening. He presented us with a cheque for money raised by the members of his running club which is very much appreciated.
Robert is the son of the late Bob Everett who was a very special Tadpole. Robert’s Mum Barbara …
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