night swimming
EXTRA,  FEATURES,  May 2026

Into the dark

For long-distance swimmer Sophie Etheridge, night swimming allows you to truly let go

I’m often asked the same questions about night swimming: Why on earth do you like it? Aren’t you scared? How do you cope with not knowing what’s beneath you? And how can anyone possibly swim through two nights during a Channel crossing?

Stay up to date with The Dip, our free weekly outdoor swimming newsletter.

Outdoor Swimmer is the magazine for outdoor swimmers by outdoor swimmers. We write about fabulous wild swimming locations, amazing swim challenges, swim training advice and swimming gear reviews.