TEENAGE sailor Natasha Lambert visited the Boat Show yesterday in the hope of inspiring others to follow their dreams.

Despite having cerebral palsy and having to use a wheelchair, Natasha Lambert has recently returned from her Sea and Summit challenge which saw her sail 430 nautical miles and climb 3,000 ft to the top of Pen y Fan in the Brecon Beacons, the highest peak in southern Britain.

Now the 17-year-old from Cowes has sailed into the PSP Southampton Boat Show where her yacht Miss Isle Too will be on display until Sunday.

She hopes that by showcasing her yacht she can show others what is possible and inspire more people.

The yacht was adapted by her dad Gary, to allow her to sail it singlehandedly using just her mouth. At the helm, the youngster puts on a helmet and sucks and blows on straws to control the sails.

The trip has already raised £13,500 towards her £15,000 target, some of which will be used to adapt a boat in a similar way for someone else.

Her mum, Amanda, said: “The yacht was adapted so Natasha can control the boat. It’s all about her taking control rather than being a passenger.

“It’s the control for Natasha. Being able to control her environment and where she goes. She can make the decisions and she has to make quick decisions and she controls her own destiny.

“Natasha’s idea was to help somebody else. Natasha feels it’s her chance to be able to help and give back to the community. Where other people help her, this is her chance to help somebody else.”

Gary, an electrician, said: “We were asked to come and showcase the boat and it gives us another good opportunity to show what Natasha has been doing and to show what people are able to do in sailing and other things.

“As far as we’re aware we don’t know anyone else who’s actually climbed a mountain using a walking frame.

“Hopefully that will show other youngsters that they can use their walkers in all terrains.

“It’s achieving personal goals, whatever they might be. It’s up to that individual to achieve their goals.”

Natasha’s Sea and Summit challenge was her third fundraising charity challenge, clocking up a total of £38,500 so far.

The money raised on her latest trip will be split between the Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust, the Royal National Lifeboat Institute (RNLI) and the Royal Yacht Association (RYA).

For more information or to donate visit uk.virginmoneygiving.com/ missisle.