Outdoor swimming

Rebecca Mead on the Britons who are skipping the heated pool and rediscovering the pleasures of lakes, rivers, and seas, even in winter.

Lido, by Christopher Beanland, has arrived just in time, with many lidos now reopened – a perfect moment to delve into the beauty of outdoor swimming pools.

Everything you need to know about open water swimming from technique to wetsuits as well as the benefits of open water swimming

In our new Wild Guide book, Daniel Start searches for some of the best wild swimming spots in south east England. Here, he shares his favourites for a dip during the hot weather: Pangbourne, River Thames Nearest train station: Pangbourne Meandering...

Cool off in these beautiful, sustainable swimming pools -- a.k.a. natural swimming ponds, green pools or organic pools. The chlorine-free water is naturally filtered by plants.

Explore our swimming pond and natural swimming pool gallery, showcasing the environmentally-friendly alternative to swimming pools.

Are you dreaming of transforming your backyard into a serene oasis? Look no further! In this blog post, we're diving into 15 nature pool ideas that will elevate your outdoor space to a whole new level. From DIY projects to modern designs, we've got you covered with inspiration for every style and budget.

Our Swimming Guide… Its a heatwave here in London, 39+ degrees and everyones wondering what to do… so heres our swimming guide to cool you all down… Hampstead Heath Ponds - This is my favourite spot - especially the women’s pond - it has a very special feeling about it. Theres nothing better than jumping in with ducks.