Swim News The Brockwell Swim club is based at Brockwell Lido; an unheated open-air Lido in Herne Hill, South London, SE24. The pool is open all year for both Winter and Summers swimming. Challenging during the colder months and blissful on a hot sunny day. The Brockwell Swimmers club was formed in January 2016 by a group of Lido users keen to see more swimming activities at this historic South London landmark. The aims and objectives of the Club are to promote participation of the whole community in the sport of swimming. We work to facilitate and encourage the teaching, development and practice of good swimming both at the pool and open water. We also work with Lambeth Council and Fusion Management to ensure the continued accessibility of this public facility for the local community. As well as events at the Lido, the club organises indoor Water Polo and Swim Sessions at local indoor pools, as well as taking part in national and international club events and swims. We also organise Summer walk/swims, club socials and liaise with other swimming clubs.
Help support the RNLI
For 200 years, RNLI volunteers have saved people in desperate need at sea and you can help. This year Brockwell Swimmers will be attempting to cross the Channel with three relay teams raising money for the RNLI on the 14th July, 16th July and 2nd August. We will also be attempting to match the same […]
Taking on Tooting
The South London Swimming Club kicked off this year’s season of local races with their annual Heron Cup at Tooting Bec Lido. The water was cold and the weather was wet, but not enough to dampen the spirits of the participating clubs which included Out to Swim, Serpentine, Clapham Chasers, South London Swimming Club and […]
And the Race is On
The South London Swimming club SLSC has again invited Brockwell Swimmers back to their regular Heron Cup Relays at Tooting Lido happening Sunday 17th March. Races start prompt at 10am and finish around 11:30am. These one width relays are always good fun, joining with other teams from all over London to celebrate the joys of […]
Brockwell Club Relays Spring and Summer
The Brockwell Swimmers club will be holding our usual invitation relays for clubs from around London happening Thursday 23rd May and Thursday 18th July, both 8pm to 9pm. These are more of a fun social event rather than competative and we are keen for as many Lido swimmers to be represented as possible, whatever your […]
Staying safe in Cold Water
The temperature at Brockwell Lido is getting cold so here are some tips on how to enjoy your swim and stay safe… HEALTH For most healthy people cold water swimming can be an enjoyable activity. However if you have any doubts please consult your doctor before getting in the water. COLD ACCLIMATISATION Unless you are […]
Challenge of a lifetime
In 2024 Brockwell Swimmers will again be attempting to swim the English Channel with three relay teams raising money for RNLI. Are you up for the challenge? With three successful teams over the last two years Brockwell Swimmers will be backing you all the way. We have booked the Connemara, skippered by Kevin Sherman, for […]
Open Water Challenges 2024
Challenge yourself in 2024 with a wealth of UK open water swimming events, wet suit or skins. Click on an event title for more information: Sun 01 Jan skin/wetsuit New Years Day Dook – Dundee Fife Sun 19 May skin/wetsuit BLDSA Thrybergh Country Park – 1km 3km 5m – Thrybergh Country Park Rotherham South Yorkshire Sat […]
Lifeguard Christmas Box
Donations have now closed. A total of £510 has been raised which will be given to the our wonderful lifeguards. Thanks to everyone who contributed. Merry Christmas.