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Weather Forecast Postpones West Wight Solent Swim

Swimmers in the West Wight Solent Swim

Organisers of the West Wight Solent Swim said last night that today's event has been postponed because of adverse weather.

Forecast winds, they've told swimmers, would bring unsafe conditions to the course.

It has proven to be the biggest fundraiser for the West Wight Sports and Community Centre in Freshwater.

Since it started in 2011 it has raised more than £200,000 for the charity.

Last year, Isle of Wight Radio took part in the event which raised more than £10,000, as previously reported.

This year the popular fundraiser has attracted more entrants than ever.

As previously reported, it was cancelled twice last year.

The new date is Sunday July 18th.

Swimmers will set off from Hurst Castle at 4pm and swim to Colwell Bay.

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