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News from the world of outdoor swimming. Stay updated with stories and events that matter to the swim community.
- The Rivers Trust responds to the designation of 22 bathing sitesby Outdoor SwimmerFollowing a record number of river bathing sites being proposed for designation earlier this year, the Government has announced that all 22 have been officially designated. Environment charity The Rivers Trust shares its response to the news.
- Get your tickets for a special screening of Disney’s ‘Young Woman and the Sea’ on 28 Mayby Outdoor SwimmerDisney’s Young Woman and the Sea will open in select cinemas on 31 May but we can offer Outdoor Swimmer readers the opportunity to see it at a special screening in London on 28 May.
- Boulter’s to Bray Swim – 2024 event cancelledby Simon GriffithsWe ask: Is it appropriate to cancel a river swimming race because of pollution fears two months ahead of the event?
- Sports unite for cleaner waterby Outdoor SwimmerSeven national governing bodies of water-based sports have announced they are forming an alliance calling for clean open water across the UK
- May in the swim communityby Outdoor SwimmerNOWCA and Mental Heath Swims share their latest news, including lifeguard training and an exciting new peer support venture in indoor pools.
- Shepton Mallet Lido announces new cold water seasonby Jo TinsleyShepton Mallet Lido is now open for cold water swimming, extending the season by eight weeks with plans to open for eight to 10 months per year, providing they can prove its popularity. Here’s how to show your support.
- It’s the Big River Watch this weekendby Outdoor SwimmerDuring one of your swims over the Bank Holiday weekend (3-6 May) you can help provide a large-scale picture of river health by taking part in the Big River Watch
- Are you ready to take on three European river marathons?by Abigail WhyteThe Marathon River Swim Series has been established by three of the most famous open water marathons in Europe – the Flow des Gabarriers (France), the UltraEbre (Spain) and the Thames Marathon (UK)
- UK marine life unveiled in stunning Earth Day showcase by Abigail WhyteTo mark Earth Day (22 April), the Marine Conservation Society has unveiled a vibrant display of photographs that graphically highlights the UK’s rich variety of marine life.
- Swimmers wanted for river quality monitoringby Outdoor SwimmerWildfish needs citizen science volunteers for SmartRivers
- More swim teachers needed, says Swim Englandby Abigail WhyteSwim England has revealed that an estimated 667,000 children across the UK will miss out on lessons due to an instructor shortage.
- Zoggs joins forces with Breast Cancer Nowby Abigail WhyteSwimwear brand Zoggs has announced an exciting new partnership with charity Breast Cancer Now, including an epic swim challenge throughout June.