Why
River Swim ?
| Swimming
in rivers is free and often the nearest
available water. |
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| ,The UK is the only country in Europe not to promote river swimming. Some countries even have Blue Flags for inland beaches. Why not Britain ? |  typical
French
scene |
| In a British summer most rivers and small lakes are warmer than the sea 18/20° C however don't let this stop you winter swimming just put on a wetsuit and your away. | |
| Its a great way to see wildlife. | |
| For true freedom try naked swimming | |
| Fight back against the health and safety freaks who want us to die of boredom in a sterile risk averse society. |  Nanny
knows best ??????? |
| Parents don't deny your kids the pleasure you had mucking about in the river with your mates. Rivers are a lot cleaner than they were 20 years ago. | |
| It's healthy swimming is great exercise it keeps you fit. No chlorine and for most of the rivers of Wales today very low pollution levels. If you are worried about your local river contact the Environment Agency | |