British Father Sets Off to Cross the Atlantic in a 4ft Boat After Previous Attempt Failed
British father hoping to cross the Atlantic in the smallest boat ever - just 4ft long - sets off from Canada... three years after previous vessel sank

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Andrew Bedwell, a 52-year-old sailor from Scarisbreck, Lancashire, has embarked on a solo journey across the Atlantic Ocean in his 3.9ft vessel, the Big CV. Departing from Newfoundland, Canada, he aims to cover 1,900 miles to the UK in approximately 90 days, three years after his last boat sank on its maiden voyage.
- 01Andrew Bedwell's new boat, the Big CV, is made from tougher aluminum and is slightly longer than his previous vessel.
- 02The current record for the smallest boat crossing the Atlantic is held by Hugo Vihlen, who completed the journey in 105 days in a 5ft 4inch boat.
- 03Bedwell has only 98 days' worth of food on board for the journey.
- 04He hopes to raise funds for Cancer Research and inspire others to pursue their dreams.
- 05The journey began under favorable conditions with calm waters and a supportive wind.
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Andrew Bedwell, a 52-year-old from Scarisbreck, Lancashire, has set sail from Newfoundland, Canada, in an attempt to cross the Atlantic Ocean in his 3.9ft boat, the Big CV. This journey covers 1,900 miles to the UK and is expected to take around 90 days. Bedwell's last attempt ended in failure when his previous vessel, the Big C, sank on its first day in 2023. This time, he has constructed a new boat from aluminum, which is designed to withstand the challenges of the ocean. Despite the risks of freezing temperatures and potential icebergs, Bedwell remains optimistic and is not feeling nervous. He aims to raise money for Cancer Research and hopes to inspire others to chase their dreams. His journey commenced under ideal conditions, with calm waters and a favorable wind, marking a promising start to his ambitious adventure.
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