An open-water swim in the turbulent Thames has raised hundreds for a much-loved charity.

Simon Dyson, 36, swam a gruelling 10k around London’s Royal Docks for Hayley’s Heroes.

The charity was set up by 31-year-old Hayley Martin, who died of bowel cancer in January.

Hayley, who was mum to two-year-old Freddie, set up a support group for young adults with
cancer.

The group continues to meet at Maidstone Hospital in a room named after her.

Mr Dyson has been an avid supporter of the cause since a chance meeting with Hayley’s close friend John Counsell.

Windy conditions took it out of the 36-year-old, but he completed the race in two hours and 17 minutes, raising £1,800.

To donate towards Simon’s swim, click here.