"If you want to see a room full of joy then go to Southern Water's Achiever of the Year Awards. You'll meet some remarkable children and their swimming instructors - and a company which really cares about teaching children a skill they'll keep for life. The awards are an absolute pleasure to attend.”
– Duncan Goodhew MBE, Olympic gold medallist 

"This is a fantastic day that I'm sure none of the children will forget. Duncan is the perfect personality for this type of event. Thank you for a very special day."
– Sue Williams, mother of Whitstable achiever Lucy

"It couldn't have been better. Perfect location, wonderful buffet, hilarious entertainment AND Duncan Goodhew."
– Linda Richter, mother of eight-year-old Marcus from the Isle of Wight

“It is highly impressive that youngsters overcome physical challenges and often great social disadvantage to benefit from this outstanding scheme. The achievers of the year deserve our admiration and Southern Water deserves our gratitude for recognising their achievements in this way.”
– Julian Lewis, MP for New Forest East 

"I cannot think of a better day. Thank you for giving our daughter the opportunity to shine."
– Laura Lynas, mother of 10-year-old Rebekah from the Isle of Wight

"I'm proud to have won an award. I didn't think I would win. I've really enjoyed my day."
– Mia Hulland-Banks, 10-year-old achiever from Southampton

"One of the first things I'm going to do when I leave here is phone my local water company and ask them 'why can't you do something like this?' This event should be held up as an example for all other water companies to follow. Those companies will probably tell me that they are doing good things - but they are certainly not doing anything like what Southern Water is doing. I congratulate the company on their wonderful achievement."
– Kate Hoey, MP for Vauxhall and former Minister for Sport