Make a Splash with the Barden Christmas Swim Challenge 2024

A little about the Barden & Barretstown Christmas Swim:

Every December since 2021, the Barden team and our wider community have been taking the plunge for Barretstown, from the 40ft in Sandycove, Balscadden in Howth, the Persian Gulf in Dubai, the Atlantic of the Algarve, and even as far afield as Fountainstown in Cork!!!!

Hundreds of brave people have helped us raise over €30,000 for the amazing Barretstown and this December, we go again…

This year, our goal is to raise at least €20,000 to support the children of Barretstown and make 2025 as memorable as possible for families across Ireland.

If you’re here, then you’re thinking of getting into the water this December for a truly wonderful cause – well done and thank you!

Got togs? Then you can help

Here’s how it works:

Once 100 swims have been logged, Barden will donate €5,000 to Barretstown. If we surpass our goal of 100 swims, we will even dig a little deeper for extra donations towards Barretstown

Want to go the extra knot?

After your swim, nominate three friends to get into the water!

If you would rather stay dry but still want to support, you can contribute to our GoFundMe page and help spread the word by sharing it with family, friends, colleagues, and WhatsApp groups.

A little about Barretstown:

Just in case you don’t know, Barretstown is a beacon of hope for children and families facing the unimaginable challenges of serious illness. Barretstown offers specialised therapeutic recreation programmes and creates a safe haven for children and parents to build cherished memories. The impact of Barretstown is immeasurable. Families struggling with the daily realities of illness find respite, hope, and a sense of community through the extensive care and support they provide. They empower children and their families to regain control of their lives and look towards a brighter, more hopeful future.

Every Swim & Donation Counts!