An audience with Louis Alexander
We are delighted to invite you to a very special series of inspirational talks with British adventurer, Guinness World Record holder and Cinnamon Ambassador Louis Alexander.
To mark the start of Dementia Action Week, professional adventurer and three-time world record holder Louis Alexander, 26, unveiled his most perilous expedition yet: a world-first attempt to kayak seven of the deadliest ocean crossings on the planet, each notorious for violent currents and extreme weather.
The project marks the final chapter of Louis’ “Trilogy of the Seven.” Having already conquered running marathons on all seven continents and swimming marathons in all seven seas. The London-based explorer is now harnessing waves to complete his momentous mission, partnering with the high-profile charity Race Against Dementia, founded by Sir Jackie Stewart OBE. The expedition is supported by headline sponsor Cinnamon Care Collection, which has appointed Louis as its first official brand ambassador
The mission is a personal tribute to his grandfather, Captain Rick Taylor, who served in the British Army for 38 years before facing a 17-year battle with dementia.
Louis will navigate 12 countries as part of completing the seven iconic crossings, with the challenge beginning in July. Together, these routes represent more than 300 miles of exposed open water, which demands long, continuous paddling with no margin for error. The seven crossings are:
English Channel (UK to France), North Channel (Ireland to Scotland), Strait of Gibraltar (Spain to Morocco), Cook Strait (New Zealand), Singapore Strait (Singapore to Indonesia), Molokai Channel (Hawaii), Beagle Channel (Chile to Argentina)
Upcoming dates
Earlsfield Court, Bexhill, Bexhill-on-Sea, TN39 4FQ
Monday 27th July | 2pm – 3pm
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Emerson Grange, Hextable, Kent, BR8 7FP
Wednesday 5th August
11am – 12pm Book Free tickets
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The Gables, Hagley, Worcestershire, DY9 0WA
Wednesday 12th August
6pm – 7pm Book Free tickets
Sunnybank House
Botley Road, Eastleigh, Hampshire, SO50 7AP
Thursday 10th September | 10am – 11am
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Rectory Court, Blackheath, London, SE3 9TU
Thursday 17th September
3:30pm – 4:30pm Book Free tickets
7pm – 8pm Book Free tickets
Netley Court, Victoria Road, Netley, Hampshire, SO31 5DR
Wednesday 23rd September
2pm – 3pm Book Free tickets
4pm – 5pm Book Free tickets
Rokewood Court, Kenley, Croydon, CR8 5DY
Thursday 8th October
5pm – 6pm Book Free tickets
7pm – 8pm Book Free tickets
Parkfield Grange, Stourbridge, West Midlands, DY8 1QH
Thursday 15th October
11am – 12pm Book Free tickets
2:30pm – 3:30pm Book Free tickets
Wellington Vale, Darnel Road, Waterlooville, PO7 7TY
Saturday 14th November
10am – 11am Book Free tickets
3:30pm – 4:30pm Book Free tickets
Eastcote Park, Barston, Solihull, B92 0JA
Thursday 19th November
11am – 12pm Book Free tickets
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