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News from the world of outdoor swimming. Stay updated with stories and events that matter to the swim community.
- Outdoor Swimmer joins the Swimmable Cities Alliance
We’re excited to announce that Outdoor Swimmer Magazine has been confirmed as an official Signatory to the Swimmable Cities Charter, joining a global drive to restore urban waterways and make them safe, clean, and accessible for swimming - The sea swimmer suing the polluters: Jo’s story is coming to a cinema near you
Inspiring new documentary ‘Jo In The Water’ follows sea swimmer turned reluctant activist Jo Bateman as she takes on one of the UK’s biggest water companies in a David-and-Goliath battle to protect our waters from sewage pollution - Review: Don’t Be Prey
A documentary about one man’s quest to rebuild his life through swimming the Oceans Seven - Dryrobe launches its “next‑generation” changing robe, the Dryrobe® Nexus
Dryrobe, creators of the original waterproof outdoor changing robe, has just unveiled the Dryrobe Nexus. They describe it as: “a new hybrid garment designed to meet the needs of people who move between city life and outdoor adventure.” - Join Outdoor Swimmer with our NEW membership
We’re much more than an independent, expert-led magazine! Find out what benefits you get when you join our inclusive, global community. - Dirty Business: Why we must watch, care – and still dive in
Gripping and sobering, Channel 4’s Dirty Business shines an unapologetic spotlight on what’s been happening to our waterways and asks the kind of questions that demand attention, says editor Ella Foote - London to get its first designated bathing area on the River Thames
An idyllic stretch of river at Ham and Kingston could become London’s first river bathing site on the Thames, thanks to incredible efforts from clean water campaigners – including our very own Simon Griffiths! - Watch: Iconic river documentary to be streamed online for 24-hours
The ‘Love Actually’ of river documentaries, Rave On For the Avon, will be available to stream on Feb 19th for 24-hours only. - The open water community has doubled since 2017
A new report highlighting the economic and social benefits of outdoor activity in the UK recognises the continued rise of wild swimming, with more than four million adults now swimming in lakes, rivers and the sea each year - Special ticket offer for The Caravan Camping & Motorhome Show
Family fun at the Caravan, Camping & Motorhome Show this half term – with a special ticket offer for our readers! - Is teaching swimming one of the happiest jobs in the UK?
Swimming teachers across England have every reason to smile this soggy January according to a new survey by the Institute of Swimming, which revealed 99% of its members say their job makes them happy - Dip for a difference
Join Sub10 Club or Wild Sub10 Club this winter and turn your cold water swims into lasting impact – help fund swimming lessons for children with disabilities