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A heartfelt shoutout to everyone who joined Holly Carpenter and Jamie Hunt in taking the plunge this Paddy’s Day, raising vital funds for the Marie Keating Foundation. Your support is truly making a difference in the lives of those affected by cancer.
While the event may have wrapped up, you can still contribute to Holly and Jamie’s incredible efforts—or show your love for any of our other amazing dippers.
Support Holly and Jamie!
You can still donate to Holly and Jamie's dip here.
Karl and Holly
Holly and Jamie
Holly Carpenter and her fiancé Jamie Hunt are taking the plunge once again this Paddy’s Day March 17th to raise vital funds for a cause that is incredibly close to both of their hearts.
Since her Dad Karl's cancer diagnosis in 2020, Holly and Jamie wanted to do even more to support the Marie Keating Foundation cancer support services, which are provided free of charge to anyone who needs them.
Holly's fiancé, Jamie Hunt, also understands the pain of seeing a loved one face a cancer diagnosis. His father Keith was diagnosed with terminal cancer and sadly passed away in September 2024.
Keith and Jamie
The Dippers
Current estimates state that almost 45,000 people in Ireland get cancer each year.
There is a ripple effect that comes with each diagnosis leaving friends and family members feeling upset and worried about their loved ones. But they are not alone.
With your support the Marie Keating Foundation can be there for anyone facing a cancer diagnosis or worried about cancer.
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Important information to ensure you stay safe and have fun at your event - Please read the following guidance
The 2024 Inaugural Paddy's Day Dip
A heartfelt thank you to Holly and Jamie, last year they raised an incredible €19,584 to support men and women affected by cancer.
Thank you so much from everyone you have helped.
Tips for your Paddy's Day Dip
Always respect the water
Know your own limits and listen to advice from officials regarding weather and water conditions.
Keep warm before getting in
Arrive warm, get ready to swim quickly, and do not stand around on shore in your swimwear.
Get in slowly to avoid cold water shock
By getting into the water slowly, and splashing your torso and face before you immerse, you can control your breathing and help prevent more serious reactions.
Exercise warms you up fastest
The fastest way to properly warm up after you swim is exercise. A brisk walk after you have fully dressed and recovered, or running on the spot, or jumping jacks will stop the shivering in no time.
Bring extra layers for after and a hot drink, or soup
To help restore your warmth, bring extra, loose, warm layer(s) for your top half, a hat, socks and gloves, and a hot drink.
Plan to get dressed quickly
As soon as you get out of the water, focus on getting dressed above anything else.
Lots and lots of small, loose layers without fiddly zips and hooks are recommended. Jeans, tight leggings, and materials like lycra are not your friends after winter dips.
Plan ahead and know your exits
Familiarise yourself with the location of nearby lifeguard stations or emergency services. Having a buddy system is also advisable to assist if need and will double the fun.
In cold water, stay relatively close to the shore so you can return to the shore quickly when you are ready to leave.
