8el splash out for charity

Reading, UK, July 18th, 2002 8el continued the company tradition of racing in the Henley Dragon Boat Regatta, an annual event held in aid of the Imperial Cancer Research Fund.

After achieving second place in last year’s event as defending champions the 8elteam was determined to recapture 1st place. After a tough days paddling, 8elmade it through to the 3-boat regatta final, which again included arch rivals Yell.com. It was a close fought race but 8elwere pipped at the post by Yell.com, who took first place for the second year running.

8elcontributed to the great success of the day, with the whole event raising over £38,000 for charity.

Jane Howlin, 8el’s team captain commented,
“We were really excited to make it to the final for the third year running, I think it’s 8el’s great team spirit that got us there. Not only was it an enjoyable day out and all for a good cause, but it was also a good chance for all the departments to mix outside of our busy work environment.”

8elis already preparing for the event next year that promises to be the largest to date, with the aim of raising even more money than this year.

For details about next year’s dragon boat regatta please contact - marketing@ 8el .com