Fundraiser Andrew Beardmore is canoeing 14,000km

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Andrew Beardmore, from Southampton, was a finalist in the Fundraiser category in the BBC Radio Solent Make a Difference Awards for 2025. He is canoeing 14,000km across Europe to raise funds for Hampshire child bereavement charity - Simon Says. The Make a Difference Awards recognise and celebrate people, across eight different categories, who are going above and beyond to make a difference where they live. Nominations for the 2026 Make a Difference Awards close on Tuesday 31st March at 5pm. For a full list of categories - and details of how to nominate someone - go to bbc.co.uk/makeadifference, where you can also see full Terms and our Privacy Notice.