BURNLEY'S Jordan North was overcome with emotion after completing his 100-mile rowing challenge from London to Burnley for Comic Relief this afternoon (March 4).

Despite being delivered news that a canal on his final stretch had been drained and he would have to take an alternate route first thing this morning, Jordan’s jovial disposition saw him conquer the last stretch of his journey despite freezing cold conditions and a hiccup along the way.

He finally reached the finish line at Finsley Gate Wharf, arm in arm with mum Wendi, at around 1.40pm. 

Huge crowds of supporters, friends and family had turned out to greet the Radio 1 DJ who has, at the time of writing, raised nearly £700,000. 

Lancashire Telegraph: FINALLY: Jordan cut a relieved figure after reaching the finish lineFINALLY: Jordan cut a relieved figure after reaching the finish line

A tired and emotional Jordan said: "I'm done in. I don't think I've got anything left in me. 

"I never want to see that boat ever again, it's been the death of me this week but I'm alright, I'm surviving.

"To be at over £650,000 is amazing. I'm hoping we can get it up to £700,000. I never ever expected to raise that amount. Especially considering yesterday morning we were at £80,000. It's amazing.

"Seeing all the people in Burnley on the bridges and banks showed the best of this great town.

"So many lovely people have come down today, I can't tell you how much it means.

"I cannot even put the feeling into words, I feel so proud. It's absolutely unreal.

"Don’t make me cry, I’m absolutely exhausted!"

Rowing Home with Jordan North was filmed for a special documentary due to air on BBC Three and iPlayer on Tuesday, March 15 at 8.30pm in the run up to Red Nose Day, which returns on Friday, March 18.

Lancashire Telegraph: BBC Radio 1 DJ Jordan North in a single scull rowing boat one mile before the finish of his Comic Relief challenge - a 100 mile, five-day row along the UK's canals from London to his hometown of BurnleyBBC Radio 1 DJ Jordan North in a single scull rowing boat one mile before the finish of his Comic Relief challenge - a 100 mile, five-day row along the UK's canals from London to his hometown of Burnley

Money raised by Red Nose Day will help people in the UK and around the world live free from poverty, violence and discrimination, and support people with their mental health.

Donations will also help to fund organisations providing essential support for people in Ukraine affected by the terrifying conflict and the mass displacement of people in many parts of the world.

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