Category Archives: Ramblings

Midwinter swims

Posted on Tuesday 14th December, 2010 by

So, the cold weather, amongst other things, put an end to our swimming activities for the moment…  However, there are still plenty of opportunities for a bracing dip out there.  Last year we joined the crowds (considerably larger than in … Continue reading →

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Stickle Tarn

Posted on Thursday 2nd September, 2010 by

So, for a blog which claims to be about swims in the vicinity of glamourous Reading, why all the posts about the Lake District? – I hear you cry. Well, not because that’s how far away one must venture but … Continue reading →

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Cold water musing

Posted on Monday 16th August, 2010 by

We swim most often in the Thames. Even quite close to Reading town centre, it is clear, the current never seems too strong, and you can get in and out easily because a footpath runs alongside. The temperature is very … Continue reading →

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