NEWS
The latest news from the world of outdoor swimming. Stay updated with stories and events that matter to the swim community.
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November in the swim community
NOWCA's Sub10 Club is back this winter and Mental Health Swims shares one of their inspiring volunteer swim host stories.…
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Thank you, Jonny!
Last month, Contributing Editor Jonathan Cowie wrote his last column for the magazine after over a decade dedicated to Outdoor…
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Want to swim the English Channel again… for FREE?
SwimTayka is calling on experienced Channel swimmers to sign up for 2025 and help support those undertaking the feat for…
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October in the swim community
A successful transition at a Leicestershire NOWCA venue, and fundraising opportunities for Mental Health Swims. Stay up to date with…
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“It was a team effort”: Andy Donaldson’s record breaking swim around Manhattan Island
On Thursday 19 September, Andy Donaldson completed the 45.9km Manhattan Island Swim in 5:41:48 setting a new world record for…
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The story behind the October front cover of Outdoor Swimmer magazine
This month’s gorgeous front cover of Outdoor Swimmer magazine is by renowned painter and printmaker Anita Klein
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Swimming studies in Windermere
Jonathan Cowie reports from the Outdoor Swimming Research Forum 2024, a fascinating conference in the Lake District exploring the science…
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A Channel swimmer photostory
“Physical preparation for this is key, but mental preparation is paramount”. On 4 September, 16-year-old Prisha Tapre became a Channel…
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“Just get it done”: Barry Murphy attempts his Third Triple Crown in the open water
Ahead of his swim across the Catalina Channel on 12 September, Irishman Barry Murphy tells Isaac Dubey about the incredible…
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September in the swim community
NOWCA has a new swimming venue in Cambridge and Mental Health Swims encourages pool swimmers to join their community this…
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It’s the Big River Watch this week
During one of your swims this week (6-12 September) you can help provide a large-scale picture of river health by…
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The story behind the September front cover of Outdoor Swimmer magazine
Photo of swimmer in Lake Colchuck snapped by his daughter on a mobile phone makes front cover of Outdoor Swimmer…
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Sandford Parks Lido looks to a sustainable future
Sandford Lido in Cheltenham is investing in a serious of ambitious environmental projects to secure its future.
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Beyond The Breakers Open Water Swim Conference
Join swimmers from around the world in Massachusetts
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Help map human cercarial dermatitis (swimmer’s itch) in the UK
Human cercarial dermatitis (HCD or swimmer’s itch) is a temporary, allergic contact dermatitis caused by the larvae of some species…
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Jonty Warneken completes first swim around Jersey by an amputee
He may be missing one leg but that doesn't stop him from tackling the toughest marathon swims, says Kate Steels
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The Swimming Alliance calls for a fresh approach
The Swimming Alliance has called on the new government to put sport, recreation, and physical activity at the heart of…
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Islas Desertas and back again: a 60km swim through the Atlantic Ocean
We spoke with Mayra Santos shortly after she completed an epic marathon swim from Madeira to Islas Desertas and back…
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First wave of tickets now on sale for Kendal Mountain Festival
Editor Ella will be back to host the Outdoor Swimming Session at this highly-anticipated autumn event in the Lake District.
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Exciting plans for a disused reservoir near Bradford
Yorkshire Swim Works CIC has announced proposals for a 50m naturally-filtered pool at Kettlewell Reservoir and is seeking public consultation.
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August in the swim community
NOWCA's new app connects swimmers with groups, and Mental Health Swims creating welcoming spaces for people with mental health challenges.…
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Could you swim 10km this August for the ocean?
Challenge yourself to swim 10km this August as part of our collaboration with Climate Games and you could help support…
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Fergal Somerville completes 34km swim around Inismor
The swim involved battling the complex tidal currents of Galway Bay and took 13.5 hours
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10 reasons why London’s Dock2Dock swim is so iconic
The top ten reasons why you should sign up to the Dock2Dock
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16-year-old Maya Merhige smashes English Channel swim
After her successful crossing of the English Channel on 15 July 2024, Maya Merhige has become one of the youngest…
