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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Pop Acev and Franco take gold in Macedonia
The fourth leg of the FINA Open Water Swimming Grand Prix took place on 29 August in Lake Ohrid, Macedonia
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Denmark to bid to host World Cup Open Water Swimming events
Following the successful hosting of a League European de Natation (LEN) Open Water Swimming Cup event in Copenhagen last weekend,…
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Young talent shines at Windermere Cross Lake Swim
Woolen swim suits were out in full force at the weekend, as swimmers in the Lake District took part in…
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New government to ban open water swimming
In a move sure to anger outdoor lovers, whichever party wins the next general election looks set to ban open…
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Big Chill Swim selected as IWSA World Cup event
Winter swimming championship the Big Chill Swim has been selected as one of the inaugural events of the 2015-2016 International…
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Dramatic end to Davina McCall’s swim stirs emotions among swimmers
Earlier today dramatic footage emerged of Davina McCall being carried from Windermere after a 1.5 mile swim in water of…
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First Oceanman series race entries open
Entries are now open for the first race in the Oceanman championship series which takes place in Spain and Italy…
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Alex Meyer cruises to victory in Barbados
US swimmer and Olympian Alex Meyer swam to a convincing victory in the 5km race of the third Barbados Open…
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Yannick Agnel signs with arena
Aquatic sports brand Arena announced today it has signed a new sponsorship agreement with the current Olympic and World 200m…
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UK Cold Water Swimming Championships to raise funds to provide safe water worldwide
The organisers of the sixth UK Cold Water Swimming Championships, which take place at Tooting Bec Lido, south London, on…
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New Windermere Record
Dr Julie Bradshaw MBE is not most people and has a long track record in distance butterfly swimming, and so…