Swimmers views regarding the weather can be as capricious as the weather itself. We love water, but not when it … More
Tag: open water swimming
Aqueous Interruptus
“Aqueous Interruptus” I was late down to the lake the other day, which can be unwise because certain members of … More
50 Years on: the Next Leg of his Journey
In August last year a message appeared on Facebook from a lady called Martina, asking could I paint a commission … More
The 2023 Calendar:
“Long Swims …and short dips” 2023 calendars are for sale – available to buy from Etsy now. My apologies for … More
It’s all about Mary
Mary gets into the lake 22/4/22, Clevedon marine Lake: “It’s All About Mary” There is a fine line between faffing … More
Ukraine Sunflowers
I did a charity swimming hat design in aid of the people of Ukraine… I need to say before you … More
Cool March Sea
Cool March Sea My first visit to Lyme Regis this year. I drove down in the morning through a light … More
A Nippy Dip before Breakfast
Nippy Dipping at Lake 32, 21st November ’21 There is, I am sure, much interesting nature to admire at Cotswold … More
The Reverse-Faff
“An Excellent Day for Reverse-Faffing” There was a freezing gale by the lakeside, and Andy and Chris declared that reverse-faffing … More
Sunbow over Ullswater
Sunbow This picture is true, if not strictly accurate. Persistence of vision exists, and if poetic licence may permit me … More