Sep 25, 2014Bathing Machines at BognorToday there is much debate as to the right costume for outdoor swimming. Are you really a wild swimmer if you were a wet suit or should...
Jul 18, 2014Swimming in History – WeymouthEarly Morning Dip Weymouth Weymouth is a cornerstone in the history of swimming and bathing, a fine sandy beach that gently slopes into...
Apr 15, 2014Margate Ladies Bathing PlaceToo cold to swim? Madame D’Arblay mentions bathing at Brighton in 1782, notice the date! ‘Wednesday November 20th. Mrs and the three Miss...
Mar 7, 2014Swimming History – FelixstoweChanging times saw a move away from the bathing machine to the bathing tent. Ironically nude bathing was deemed appropriate for boys but...
Feb 10, 2012The Swimmers Essential Costume of DisguiseOn a sultry summer’s day, what could be more natural and liberating than to dip into a lake or river to complete the picture of scenic...