About Tom
Tom is the founder of Barnaby Cecil Financial Planning Limited and lives in London with his wife Jane and two children, Otto Barnaby and Charlie Cecil.
After becoming engrossed in the book "Into thin Air" on boxing day 2021, a story about human endurance and tragedy on mount Everest, Tom decided he wanted to create his own challenge. And thus, the idea of rowing across the Atlantic ocean was born.
Fast forward to today and that challenge is now entry to a race that attracts athletes from all over the globe.
On December 12th 2025, Tom will complete against nine other solo rowers in the World's Toughtest Row - Atlantic Challange.
Sign up to Tom's newsletter to hear more about build up.
After becoming engrossed in the book "Into thin Air" on boxing day 2021, a story about human endurance and tragedy on mount Everest, Tom decided he wanted to create his own challenge. And thus, the idea of rowing across the Atlantic ocean was born.
Fast forward to today and that challenge is now entry to a race that attracts athletes from all over the globe.
On December 12th 2025, Tom will complete against nine other solo rowers in the World's Toughtest Row - Atlantic Challange.
Sign up to Tom's newsletter to hear more about build up.
The route
Help me out with a couple of items...
Help this adventure happen by buying some of the essentials.
Accommodation La Gomera
£980
Accommodation for tom in La Gomera
Accommodation La Gomera
£980
Accommodation for tom in La Gomera
Flight from Antigua
£486
Getting Tom back from Antigua, a one way flight!
Flight from Antigua
£486
Getting Tom back from Antigua, a one way flight!
Shipping boat to La Gomera and Home
£12,000
Shipping Tom's boat around the world for the race.
Shipping boat to La Gomera and Home
£12,000
Shipping Tom's boat around the world for the race.
Hand treatment
£48
A versatile healing salve designed to soothe cuts, scrapes, and skin irritations, promoting quick recovery and preparedness for life's minor injuries.
Hand treatment
£48
A versatile healing salve designed to soothe cuts, scrapes, and skin irritations, promoting quick recovery and preparedness for life's minor injuries.
Swiss army knife
£89.49
A multi-tool pocketknife equipped with various tools like blades, screwdrivers, and scissors, making it handy for diverse tasks and everyday challenges.
Swiss army knife
£89.49
A multi-tool pocketknife equipped with various tools like blades, screwdrivers, and scissors, making it handy for diverse tasks and everyday challenges.
Survival Suit
£1,900
A protective outfit designed to keep wearers warm and afloat in cold water, enhancing chances of survival in emergencies by preventing hypothermia.
Survival Suit
£1,900
A protective outfit designed to keep wearers warm and afloat in cold water, enhancing chances of survival in emergencies by preventing hypothermia.
Para anchor
£492
A drag device deployed from a boat to stabilize and control its drift in storms or strong winds, enhancing safety by reducing movement in rough seas.
Para anchor
£492
A drag device deployed from a boat to stabilize and control its drift in storms or strong winds, enhancing safety by reducing movement in rough seas.
Water wipes
£28.50
Ultra-pure and gentle cleaning cloths soaked in water, ideal for sensitive skin and daily use without added chemicals or fragrances.
Water wipes
£28.50
Ultra-pure and gentle cleaning cloths soaked in water, ideal for sensitive skin and daily use without added chemicals or fragrances.
Water maker
£1,999.95
A device that filters and purifies water by pushing it through a special membrane, removing contaminants and producing clean drinking water.
Water maker
£1,999.95
A device that filters and purifies water by pushing it through a special membrane, removing contaminants and producing clean drinking water.
Emergency beacon
£546.48
A device that sends out a distress signal in emergencies at sea, helping rescue teams locate and assist vessels or individuals in distress quickly.
Emergency beacon
£546.48
A device that sends out a distress signal in emergencies at sea, helping rescue teams locate and assist vessels or individuals in distress quickly.
Spare set of oars
£479
A set of two paddles, used as a backup so you're never left stranded without a way to move on water.
Spare set of oars
£479
A set of two paddles, used as a backup so you're never left stranded without a way to move on water.
Feed Tom for a day
£25.99
A curated box of energy-rich snacks designed to boost stamina and performance for athletes and active individuals during extended physical activities.
Feed Tom for a day
£25.99
A curated box of energy-rich snacks designed to boost stamina and performance for athletes and active individuals during extended physical activities.
Flares
£99.99
A coastal flare pack offers essential safety tools for boaters. It contains various flares to signal for help or warn others during marine emergencies.
Flares
£99.99
A coastal flare pack offers essential safety tools for boaters. It contains various flares to signal for help or warn others during marine emergencies.