Ramsey resident to swim 5km in memory of his late wife 

A Ramsey resident is hoping to raise £5,000 for Hospice Isle of Man later this month by swimming 5km. 

Barrie Johnson will attempt 200 lengths of Ramsey Swimming Pool in memory of his late wife, Muriel.

"Muriel would have told me off for trying to swim so far but would have been quietly proud.” Barrie Johnson

The challenge will take place on 28 October, which will mark his 80th birthday. 

So far, he has raised just over £4,000.

Barrie says he chose to swim because the water brings him comfort:

You can find a link to his JustGiving page HERE.