Stories

Jen

Beast cancer survivor

Read how Jen turned a breast cancer diagnosis into five years cancer‑free, finding strength, friendship, and inspiration with the Bourne Water Dragons after spotting a simple leaflet in Tesco.

Peter Thorne

Breast cancer survivor

Peter is one of many men diagnosed with Breast cancer. You might think it's unusual, but here's his story.

Bob King

Non-Hodgkin’s Follicular Lymphoma survivor

Read about Bob's first time on the water with BWD.

David Buckland

David (Dave) is fortunate enough not to have had cancer, but he supports us in every way including becoming a coach and Level 2 Helm.

Helen Steege

Breast cancer survivor

Read about the 'spark' Helen felt after discovering Bourne water dragons.

Cath Groome

Follicular lymphoma survivor

Discover how Cath is doing after picking up a Bourne Water Dragon leaflet while getting treatment.

Valerie Kelly

Everyone's story is different, yet we all have a common goal, to keep fit, keep smiling and carry on.

Ian Stephenson

Prostate cancer survivor

Learn how Ian first discovered BWD and later became chairman.

Susan Stearn

Melanoma skin cancer survivor

Read about Susan's incredible athletic journey before joining the Bourne Water Dragons.

Norm Husband

Thymus cancer

Discover how Norm went from cancer treatment and surgery doubts to finding strength, camaraderie, and new purpose with the Bourne Water Dragons.

Jane & Roy Young

Breast cancer & Prostate cancer survivor (respectively)

Jane and Roy were both diagnosed with a form of cancer. Here's their story on why they joined BWD.