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.
A Swimtastic ’23
It has been another amazing year of swimming for the Brockwell Swimmers club with a growing membership and an ever increasing choice of events. The weekly Monday indoor swim sessions at Alleyns School are now regularly selling out thanks to the excellent tuition of head coach Sam and his wonderful clan of instructors Catherine, Robert […]