A Challenge With Purpose
In 1990, Lee Robinson and his lifelong friend John Duncan made history with the first return jet ski crossing of the English Channel, raising vital funds for Cancer Research.
Between 23rd May and 25th July 2026, Lee completed his most ambitious challenge yet, a full circumnavigation of Britain on a stand-up jet ski, covering 2,400 nautical miles in 64 days. The journey started and finished at Tower Bridge, with John supporting him from the land crew throughout.
This epic journey wasn’t just about adventure. It was about raising awareness and life-changing funds in aid of Alzheimer’s and Multiple Sclerosis, two causes deeply personal to them both. Lee’s mum passed away with Alzheimer’s, and John is bravely living with MS.
Thank you for following Lee’s journey. You can read more about the challenge and support the causes below.
Achievement:
Circumnavigated the UK via Jet Ski
Route:
Anti-clockwise for optimal tides and wind
Total Distance:
2,400 nautical miles
Duration:
64 days
Start/Finish:
Tower Bridge, 23rd May to 25th July 2026
Total Distance:
2,400 nautical miles
Major stop:
Hartlepool (highlighted for media and family, where Lee's Father-in-law lives and was a yacht master for 60 years before diagnosed with Alzheimer's.
Stopping at key coastal towns for public engagement
We Departed from St Katharine Docks, London
Completed in 64 days, 23rd May to 25th July 2026
Anti-clockwise route around the UK coast
Thank You
A big thank you to everyone we met around the UK, along with everyone who has donated to our charities.
A special thank you to our land team, Allison, Liz and Myles, for their dedication and unwavering help.
📞 Let’s connect:
We’d be thrilled to schedule a short call to explore how this could fit your platform.
Contact: hello@channeltocoast.co.uk / 07957332206
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