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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Black Swimming Association launches pioneering research programme
The research will provide a greater understanding of the behaviours and barriers preventing people of African, Caribbean and Asian heritage…
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2021 Great East Swim cancelled due to blue-green algae
Great Swim have been forced to cancel this year’s edition of the Great East Swim due to the presence of…
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SwimTrek team up with Elon Musk for new tour to the Sea of Tranquillity
Swim holiday pioneers SwimTrek are joining forces with technology entrepreneur Elon Musk for their latest adventure, the company announced today.…
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Colin Hill honoured by the International Swimming Hall of Fame
Open water swimming pioneer Colin Hill has been named the recipient of the Irving Davids-Captain Roger Wheeler Memorial Award in…
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Proposed amendment to the Environment Bill could be a boon for outdoor swimmers
The Environment Bill 2019-21 currently making its way through Parliament is intended to create targets, plans and policies for improving…
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McCardel and Haynes set new English Channel swimming records
Channel swimmer Nik Haynes and record-breaking marathon swimmer Chloë McCardel both made history in the English Channel last week, setting…
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“This is not the time to ‘have a go’ at open water swimming.” The outdoor swimming community responds to the government’s new guidance
Water safety organisations and outdoor swimming community express concern after the Prime Minister announces open water swimming allowed in England…
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Marine conservationist swimming to the end of the Earth to protect Antarctica
We chat with Jane Hardy, who has volunteered swim in Antarctica to campaign for greater protection of seas and marine…
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KLPA official logo competition
The Kenwood Ladies’ Pond Association (KLPA), based in Hampstead Heath in North London, have launched a competition to design their…
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May issue out now!
Are you missing the open water? This month we have a bumper interactive digital issue to keep your mind and…
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Coronavirus: what the government’s new guidance means for outdoor swimmers
UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has announced that some sports including swimming in lakes and rivers are now allowed, as…
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Join the Campaign to Support Britain’s Historic Pools
Historic Pools of Britain (HPB) is launching a new individual membership scheme for those with a passion for supporting the…
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Outdoor pools: Despite being allowed to open from 11 July, many lidos will remain closed – some indefinitely
Despite the news that outdoor pools in England will be allowed to reopen from 11 July, many lidos will remain…
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UK ranks near bottom of European water bathing quality survey, despite improvements
The UK has one of the lowest ratios of excellent rated bathing waters in Europe, despite 97% of UK swimming…
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Cath Pendleton: ‘To make me happy just add cold water’
On 22 February 2020, Welsh ice swimmer Cath Pendleton made history by becoming the first person to swim an Ice…
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We are back in print!
Good news, Outdoor Swimmer magazine is now back in print! After our sell-out September issue, the magazine will continue to…
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Young Londoners enjoy free swimming at Hampstead Heath
Over 100 youngsters have enjoyed outdoor swimming at Hampstead Heath at little or no cost this summer. The City of…
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Black Swimming Association partners with Speedo
Swimwear brand Speedo has joined forces with the Black Swimming Association in a joint mission to get more BIPOC communities…
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Outdoor swimming pools can reopen this Saturday, indoor pools from 25 July
Oliver Dowden, Secretary of State for the Department of Digital, Culture Media and Sport has announced that outdoor pools in…
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Downstream – episode 1
From the banks of the Thames to a history of women’s swimwear, welcome to an occasional series from Outdoor Swimmer…
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Swim-celebration for International Women’s Day
Women across the world celebrated International Women’s Day yesterday and the swimming community responded by plunging into cool water together.…
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WOWSA awards 2019
The World Open Water Swimming Association (WOWSA) have announced their selection of outstanding individuals for their 2019 awards.
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Tethered swimming – how to train for the open water in your back garden
With local pools shut and no access to the open water you might think you have no swimming options beyond…
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Swimmers in England urged to “take care at the coast” during lockdown
Those visiting local coastlines in England have been warned to “take care at the coast” as new lockdown restrictions come…
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What does outdoor swimming mean to you?
What does swimming mean to you? In this strange year, how has swimming outdoors been important to you? We want…
