Chesterfield Canal Trust raised funds for CRY running cruises on its tripboat in memory of Madeline Siddell

Chesterfield Canal Trust raised a total of £600 by hosting special Canal Cruises in aid of the Cardiac Risk in the Young charity.

All fares were be donated to CRY – Cardiac Risk in the Young – in memory of Madeline Siddall after whom the boat is named.

On 7th July 2011, Madeline collapsed and died of a cardiac arrest (Young Sudden Cardiac Death, or YSCD). She was just 15 years old. There had been no warning signs, she appeared to be fit and healthy.

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