JERSEY FRANCE CHALLENGE

History of the Jersey France Challenge

Our Story – From Jersey to France and Beyond,
in three chapters:

The Jersey Round Island Challenge

Four years of running, kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding around Jersey, with the event recognised among the UK’s top ten events for two years by Redbull.

The Sark to Jersey Challenge

Two years of open-water challenges during the COVID period, complicated by restrictions on landing in Sark.

The current format is the Jersey France Challenge

Five editions from 2022 to 2026, building an international event and raising substantial funds for Dementia.

Race Summary

Historically pre 2022 we had two years from Sark to Jersey.  Quite difficult as through covid and we were unable to land in sark.  Previous to that for four years we had the jersey round island challenge. That was running, sups board and kayaks as well as was rated in top ten events in the uk for two years. We  have lots of experience.

2022 The inaugural crossing, dolphins and a warm French welcome.
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2023 Postponement, challenging conditions and perseverance.
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2024 Thunderstorms, rainbows and the difficult decision to cancel.
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2025 International competitors, rough tides and a dramatic finish.
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2026 Record fundraising, the Spanish family team and international participation.
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