Round the World Race 2023
'Circumnavigating the globe in 'the wrong direction'
Our Mission
To sail around the world- in the wrong direction- with a crew of incredibly inspirational individuals; all of whom have been through a challenging experience such as cancer, domestic violence, mental health, combat related trauma and more.
During our 38,000 mile expedition, our brave crew members will share their highs, lows and everything in between in order to provide hope and inspiration to people across the country and the globe.
Upon our return, we hope to provide structured sailing opportunities and a wide range of support to individuals who have been through a challenging life episode and require support to get back on a positive path in life.
Our AIM
By sailing around the world, we set out to prove how impactful sailing can be to a person's life after a challenging experience.
We hope to demonstrate to the public how difficult it can be to re-establish a normal life or to create a new normal after a life changing episode such as cancer or domestic violence.
Many people faced with a life-threatening illness, disability or experience speak of a new appreciation for life and a zest to achieve things they may have never thought were possible. However, for some, their challenging situations and conditions may be all they have known for years or even their whole life. This can make their journey after a challenging life experience very difficult. People often struggle to get back on their feet, find new purpose in their lives or lack the motivation and confidence to pursue their dreams and aspirations.
BOH’s long term goal is to establish a residential sailing and water sports centre that provides individuals with the space and time to reflect on their challenging experiences. the people we support will take part in structured sailing and water sports activities with the aim of helping them to rediscover their confidence, independence and other valuable life skills that may have been affected as a result of their experiences. By partaking in these activities, we hope individuals will be encouraged to pursue a new more positive path in life.
OUR MESSAGE
Our message is ‘Hope in the Face of Adversity’ Through our extraordinary expedition we intend to prove that regardless of what you’ve been through in life, you can achieve anything as long as you have hope and the support of the people around you!
Our Project is not just about supporting the crew and people who sail with us in the future. This project is about supporting you, it's about supporting your friends, your family and your community; creating a society of people who care about the issues we are facing and who are ready to provide hope and support to people and communities the world over.
“Nothing is impossible, only a challenge -an incentive to push the boundaries.”
- Aaron Baxter - (Lead Skipper / Co Founder)
“The people we support will become part of the diverse Beacon of Hope Sailing family, and we will do everything we can to support them on their road to recovery. We hope to partner with
organisations and brands that will do everything they can to support us on achieving this goal."
- Thomas Miles - (Team Liaison / Operations Officer)
ROUND THE WORLD
2023-24
10 Crew, 10 Ports, 10 Extraordinary Stories
Beacon of Hope Sailing Project C.I.C
REG No. 13110985
D.U.N.S No. 227576849
General Enquiries
Tel: +44 (0)1329 756 850 (ext 4)
E-Mail: enquiries@beaconofhopesailing.com
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Tel: +44 (0)1329 756 850 (Ext 2)
E-Mail: Press@beaconofhopesailing.com
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D.U.N.S No. 227576849