The Henley Swim has announced that for the third consecutive year, it will be running a competition, in conjunction with Sport England This Girl Can, to give away free places in the Henley Mile on 9th July...

As open water swimming becomes ever more popular we’ve chosen three that have the added novelty of taking place in the dark –either in the early morning or evening – magical!

So, you’ve read part one of our open water swimming tips and you’ve overcome any niggling worries about having a go, now it’s time to concentrate on how to improve your swimming, learn to swim in a...

Open water swimming is becoming ever more popular,  whether it’s part of a triathlon or a lake or sea challenge. If you’re new to it, then take a look at our tips to help you have a...

So… you’ve signed up to an outdoor swim and now all you need is a wet suit.  You can just borrow someone’s scuba or surf wet suit, right? Well, think again, because having the right wet suit...

According to www.swimming.org,  open water swimming has a long and colourful history dating back as far as 36BC when the Japanese organised the first open water races!  The Romans also held high-profile races in the Tiber which...

Those attending the Keswick Mountain Festival on 17th May will have the chance to meet two former World Champions of both water and land.

If you fancy a different challenge, why not have a go at an open water swim event? These events are becoming more and more popular and many are aimed at first-timers, so there’s no need to be...

Whether you’re stepping out of the pool for the first time or are a seasoned open water racer, fuelling yourself correctly is hugely important when it comes to swimming your very best, especially in the open water which can...

Keri-Anne Payne criticised the overly aggressive tactics used by her rivals after finishing 14th in the defence of her world open water crown at the World Swimming Championships yesterday, 24 July.