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Alice, 12, finishes 100 days of sea swimming

Twelve-year-old Alice Miller made her final splash at Vazon Bay this week, completing a 100-day sea swimming challenge that has captured the attention of many and raised more than £1,000 for the Guernsey Conservation Volunteers.

Alice Miller has been swimming every day for 100 days to raise money for the Guernsey Conservation Volunteers
Alice Miller has been swimming every day for 100 days to raise money for the Guernsey Conservation Volunteers / Guernsey Press/Peter Frankland

The challenge, which began in May, saw Alice swim at least 100 metres in the sea every single day, regardless of weather, tide, or school commitments.

Her final swim took place on Wednesday evening, with dozens of supporters gathering at the northern car park to cheer her on.

Speaking after the swim, Alice described the experience as ‘relieving but sad,’ noting that the daily routine had become a fixture in her life.

‘It’s going to feel a bit odd not doing it anymore,’ she said.

‘But I’ve really enjoyed it, especially when others joined me, like the GCV volunteers.’

Alice said the challenge had deepened her love for sea swimming.

‘We even swam to places like Flag Rock with my dad. It’s just really enjoyable and fun.’

Her mother, Sasha Miller, expressed pride and admiration for her daughter’s determination.

‘We couldn’t quite believe she wanted to do 100 days,’ she said.

‘We suggested something shorter, but she was adamant.

‘She made it part of her daily routine, even walking from school to the bathing pools.’

Wednesday’s conditions were said to be a fitting end to the swimming challenge, with low tide, heavy waves, and rain sweeping across the bay.

‘It’s a perfect testament to what a 100-day challenge involves,’ Mrs Miller said.

‘You work with what you’ve got.’

GCV Operations director Angela Salmon praised Alice’s efforts as ‘brilliant’ and ‘vital’ to the charity’s work.

‘She had a target of £500 and more than doubled it.

‘Her perseverance has been fantastic.’

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