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Event run by

Joshua Phillips

04–15 May 2026

Leeds to Liverpool Paddle

On May 4th I will be attempting to paddleboard the entire Leeds to Liverpool Canal, around 150 miles over multiple days.

I am doing this in memory of my dad, who died suddenly from a cardiac arrest.

Losing someone you love without warning changes everything. Grief doesn’t follow a straight path. Some days feel manageable, and others feel overwhelming. This challenge is my way of moving forward while carrying that loss with me — turning pain into purpose.

Throughout the journey I will be sharing honest updates about the physical and emotional reality of the challenge, while also raising awareness about cardiac arrest. When cardiac arrest happens, every second counts. Knowing how to recognise it, start CPR and locate a defibrillator can make the difference between life and death.

By supporting this challenge, you are not just helping me reach Liverpool, you are helping to start conversations, spread awareness and potentially save lives.

Every mile will be dedicated to my dad and to everyone affected by cardiac arrest.

If you are able to donate, share or simply follow the journey, it genuinely means more than I can put into words.

You can see updates on my socials here: https://lnk.bio/joshphillips3731?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZnRzaARR3hxleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA8xMjQwMjQ1NzQyODc0MTQAAaeluMCIxaHotbYuM9RfEX7NeRIvZsEK1vQvkIW5Dt6pa_R3TKJqzyhnWpN7IQ_aem_UihETS29aSYFK7TZ_4Mkiw

Thank you for being part of something that matters.

Supporting

British Heart Foundation
British Heart Foundation

Health | 225971

50%

Our vision is a world free from the fear of heart and circulatory diseases. We raise money to research cures and treatments, so we can give people more time with the ones they love.

Cruse Bereavement Support
Cruse Bereavement Support

Community | 208078

50%

We help people through one of the most painful times in life – with bereavement support, information and campaigning.

Updates

Supporters

162

Training

16 activities
58.87 hours
260,473 steps
217.06 km

Summary

Total Raised

£3,930.00

Gift Aid

+£689.50

131%

£3,930.00

+ £689.50 Gift Aid

£3,000 target | 162 supporters

Charities Supporting

British Heart Foundation
50%
Cruse Bereavement Support
50%