Abbott Ireland support 10k swim
ABBOTT Ireland has once again agreed to sponsor the Lough Gill Family Fest which takes place this August at the Lough Gill Swim.
Abbott has donated €3,000 towards the family fun day when fifty swimmers will take on the challenge of swimming 10k across Lough Gill.
At the cheque presentation last week Thomas Walsh said “This year we are really excited, the event will be expanded with something for everyone. We are delighted that Abbott Ireland are back on board and have committed to the event.”
A super line up of activities is planned. Dinky Diggers, Giant Bounce Castles , Stilt walkers, arts and crafts, farm yard experience, and the Scruffy Duffy Show some of the many activities planned in Back Avenue, Sligo Town.
The Lough Gill Northwest Hospice swim is now in its seventh year. “There are three elements to the swim itself, the first element is the 10k from Park’s Castle to the Boat house on the Back Avenue, the second element is the relay which takes place at the pontoon area, and the newest element is the skins/ wetsuit one mile swim.
Thomas added: “The finish area is at the Boathouse and always has a fantastic festival atmosphere with music activities for children and families. Safety is a must and is headed up by Sligo Sub Aqua, Sligo Kayak Club and Sligo Civil Defence.”
The event will take place on Saturday August 18th from 12pm-4pm.