December 2025,  EXTRA,  FEATURES

Holding water

Rowan Clarke finds out how swim venues have become key to outdoor swimming

The rise of open water swimming venues in England tells a revealing story. It doesn’t just demonstrate how popular outdoor swimming is becoming, it shows a shift in how we swim, and how much demand there is for better access to swimming spots.

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