View from the Water
Gain a fresh perspective as swimmers share their unique viewpoints and reflections on the world from the water's edge.
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You don’t need to travel to find extreme environments, says Simon Griffiths
Winter swimming may feel familiar, accessible and fun, but cold water is an extreme environment wherever you encounter it. Simon…
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Learning to love the pool
There are plenty of benefits to pool swimming, but learning to love it can be a challenge, says Simon Griffiths
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Simon Griffiths: my take on tech
Your relationship with technology, what you use or ignore, will almost certainly be different to mine. And that’s OK, says…
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How to plan your own swim adventure
Embrace the adventure inherent in outdoor swimming says Simon Griffiths
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Inside the campaign for Thames bathing water status
How to apply for bathing water status - and why you should
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Help improve the quality of Britain’s waterways
Sign the petition calling to keep Britain's wastewater treatment standards in line with Europe
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The thrill (and fear) of night swimming
Simon Griffiths explores the wonder, thrill and fear of swimming at night – and shares his top tips for doing…
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Claiming access to swimming may be easier in cities
Urban waterways can be places we cherish, celebrate and care for, says Simon Griffiths
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The Thames: London’s wildlife artery
Far from being “biologically dead”, the Thames is a great place for wildlife, says Simon Griffiths
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Get faster, slowly
How to make progress in swimming through patience and finding joy in the process
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You may have more swim freedom than you think
Despite having a glorious swimming resource on his doorstep, it didn’t occur to Simon to use it
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Is it better to swim wild and free or pay to use a venue?
Venues make outdoor swimming more accessible, inclusive and sustainable, says Simon Griffiths
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Fast, exhilarating and a little scary: a winter swoosh
Simon Griffiths explores how winter puts the wild into river swimming
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Where are you on your outdoor swimming mastery journey?
Wherever you are on your open water journey, celebrate your progress, says Simon Griffiths
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Find your own long distance
Simon Griffiths looks at what makes a long-distance swim
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Is urban swimming a threat to swimming freedom?
There's a growing movement to make our cities more swimmable - but this usually means created controlled swimming spots rather…
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Why you should keep your event mementos
They are much more than clutter and dust collectors Last weekend I was hoping to swim at an event in…
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The joys of a swim career
Simon Griffiths reflects on the joys and benefits of working in swimming
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Help protect this beautiful Thames swimming spot
Thames Water plans to destroy my swimming spot. Can you help prevent them?
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Events offer so much more than the chance to race
Simon Griffiths laments the closure of Henley Swim and reminds swimmers why it's important to keep taking part in events…
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Why you need to think beyond the thermometer
As outdoor water temperatures rise, it’s tempting to swim further and stay in longer. Simon shares his recent experience that…
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Swimming is training for life
Simon Griffiths encourages you to widen your swimming repertoire!
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Staying safe on swim travels
Swimming in new places may expose you to new and unknown hazards, so take extra care, says Simon Griffiths.
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Is swimming a political act?
Wild swimming is quietly rebellious, an act of advocacy for public rights to natural spaces, says Simon Griffiths
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Pools in peril
Simon Griffiths looks at why pools are in peril and what the consequences might be.
