The Deep Notes — Atlantic Ocean Row 2028

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Follow Suzie and Mandy in real time as they navigate 3,200 nautical miles of open Atlantic water.

Live tracking will be available here once our journey begins!

MARINA RUBICÓN (LANZAROTE)→↓ANTIGUA (CARIBBEAN)

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Atlantic Dash

We're excited to join forces with Atlantic Dash for our crossing of the Atlantic Ocean.

Their mission captures the essence of pushing boundaries and embracing life's journey to the fullest. For us, the Atlantic Dash is both a physical challenge and a powerful metaphor — a reminder to live everyday with purpose, determination and to appreciate every step along the way.

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Lanzarote to Antigua: an unsupported journey

The Deep Notes 2028 is an unsupported ocean row across the Atlantic, from Lanzarote to Antigua, an incredible challenge which is attempting to raise funds and awareness for two incredible charities Refuge & My Hospitals Charity.

Setting off from Marina Rubicón in Lanzarote, Suzie and Mandy will attempt an Island-to-Island unsupported crossing of the Atlantic Ocean, something few have ever completed.

Starting from Lanzarote, the crew will row around 3,200 nautical miles to Antigua in the Caribbean. This is an incredibly challenging event which will push even experienced ocean rowers to their limits.

Unsupported means just that: no stopping for rest, no calling for specialist help with repairs, no popping ashore for medical attention, and no calling for a lift if things get too much.

3,200 nautical miles

Although the crew will have access to a satellite tracker to send updates, they, and they alone, will be the ones who have to handle any problems that arise. Whatever the ocean throws at them, they must solve it themselves: 2 hours rowing, 2 hours resting, around the clock, every single day.

Everything they need will be loaded onto the boat before they leave, and once they've departed there is no turning back. Over 40 to 80 days at sea they will need up to 6,000 calories a day, rely on solar desalination for 3–5 litres of fresh water, and shelter only in a tiny watertight cabin smaller than a double bed.

Meet The Crew

Mandy Hadley

The Skipper

Mandy is a dedicated mum, animal lover, choir singer and technology professional who believes anyone can achieve extraordinary things when they decide to try. As a single parent who has raised two children while building a successful career in technology-focused investment and commercial growth, she knows first-hand the strength that comes from resilience, determination and choosing to keep moving forward even when life feels demanding.

Mandy's love of horses has been one of the most defining influences in her life. Mandy owned her horse, Saria, for 31 years, embracing natural horsemanship after a chance meeting with Monty Roberts in 1988. The partnership that was then built with her horse taught her profound lessons about communication, empathy, trust and psychological connection. These are the lessons that have shaped the way she approaches people, challenge and uncertainty.

Preparing for this row is not about considering herself exceptional, it's about discovering what becomes possible when you commit to something bold, embrace uncertainty and trust that growth happens outside your comfort zone. Courage is not the absence of fear, it's the decision to act anyway with determination to keep going even when it gets tough, all demonstrated daily by Refuge, Mandy's charity focus for this crossing. Mandy understands the importance of safety, independence and support for women and children who are rebuilding their lives.

Away from training, Mandy's world revolves around her two children: a daughter who plays high-level football and a son studying Motorsport Engineering. An animal lover, owner of two dogs and a tortoise, when she's not working or training, you'll often find her singing with her choir, where she finds joy, connection and a sense of community. Through this adventure, Mandy hopes to show that remarkable achievements are possible for anyone who decides to take the first step, then the next and the next.

Suzie Hackman

The Engine Room

Suzie works in patient safety within the NHS, helping to improve care for patients and their families. She is also a proud mum to two fledgling adults, a sea lover and one half of The Deep Notes, preparing to row the Atlantic Ocean in pursuit of challenge, adventure and personal growth.

The crossing is not just a test of physical endurance. Through her work in the NHS, Suzie sees every day how resilience helps people navigate difficult circumstances. She is continually inspired by healthcare staff who provide exceptional care under pressure, and by patients and families who face illness, uncertainty and recovery with courage and strength.

These experiences have reinforced her belief that resilience is not about extraordinary feats. More often, it is found in the small but significant moments: showing up when things are difficult, adapting to setbacks and continuing to move forward despite uncertainty.

By supporting My Hospitals Charity through this challenge, Suzie hopes to celebrate the dedication of NHS staff and the resilience of the patients and families they care for. She also hopes to encourage others to recognise their own potential, proving that remarkable achievements are possible when we take the first step and keep going, even when the outcome feels far beyond reach.

When she's not training for life at sea, Suzie enjoys sea swimming, keeping active in the gym, singing in a choir, attending book club, practising wellbeing, walking her dogs and making the most of life on the coast with family and friends.

While the challenge is undoubtedly demanding, we are committed to embracing every moment of this adventure. There will be sunrises and storms, laughter and tears, and, true to our name, plenty of singing as we make our way across the ocean one stroke at a time.

Charities & Ocean Science

We are rowing to create meaningful support for vulnerable families and NHS healthcare workers back home. All donations go into one shared pot supporting both our target charities and expedition needs.

Refuge

Refuge supports women and children experiencing domestic abuse, helping them overcome trauma, find safe shelter, and rebuild independent lives.

My Hospitals Charity

Supporting hospital staff and patients across Sussex hospitals by funding state-of-the-art medical equipment and healthcare wellbeing initiatives.

Support Our Atlantic Challenge

The Deep Notes is a Not-for-Profit Unincorporated Association and all proceeds will be split between the two charities. Every single donation helps power our crossing and directly benefits Refuge and My Hospitals Charity through one single donation pot.

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AMOC Ocean Current & Temperature Research

During the crossing, The Deep Notes hope to work with a university collecting continuous sea-surface temperature and salinity data to contribute to scientific understanding of the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (AMOC).

Our Sponsors

See how your brand could look alongside The Deep Notes 2028.

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Sponsorship Opportunities

Negotiable

Title Sponsor

Challenge naming rights and the opportunity to apply your organisation's brand colours to the boat
Prime branding across the boat, including exterior, interior and all team attire worn before, during and after the row
Full PR and promotional partnership, including press, launch events, photography, interviews, media footage and product showcase opportunities
Direct access to the crew before, during and after the crossing, plus live location mapping throughout the expedition
Finish-line flag branding, all Gold Sponsor benefits and additional bespoke opportunities agreed around your requirements

£15,000

Gold Sponsor

Prime logo placement across the boat and team clothing
Brand visibility across social media, the official website and campaign press and promotional materials
Access to photography and video footage captured during the Atlantic crossing
Post-row team talk plus one 10-minute video call with the crew during the crossing
Logo placement on two oars, ocean kit and the boat trailer, with one branded oar retained post-row

£10,000

Silver Sponsor

Logo placement in a secondary position on the boat
Brand recognition and tagging across campaign social media posts
Logo and direct hyperlink displayed on the official website
Name and website included within relevant press and promotional materials
Access to crossing photography and video footage plus one 10-minute video call with the crew

£5,000

Bronze Sponsor

Logo or organisation name displayed on the boat
Brand recognition through campaign social media posts
Logo displayed within the sponsor area of the official website
Direct website hyperlink included alongside your sponsor listing
Core brand visibility across the boat, website and campaign social channels

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