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Swim England Volunteering Team looking forward to support more people in 2024

Volunteers form the backbone of everything in aquatic sports. Without them, clubs and events simply could not run which is why Swim England’s Volunteering team are determined to support and…continue »

Dorset become first county to meet Swim England’s Governance Code for counties

Dorset has become the first county to meet the standards of Swim England’s Governance Code for counties. The code sets out the requirements counties must achieve in order to show…continue »

‘Remarkable’ and ‘inspirational’ Ripple Effect volunteers shortlisted for national award

Two volunteers with Swim England’s Ripple Effect project have been nominated for a national award. Allyson Irvine and Ryan Carstairs are both Sport and Recreation Alliance’s Community Sport and Recreations…continue »

Swim England publishes updated version of its safeguarding policy, Wavepower

Swim England has published an updated version of its safeguarding policy and procedures document. The new edition of Wavepower contains a number of important changes which aim to ensure everyone…continue »

‘I realise how lucky I am’ … emotional Nick Parkes thanks team that saved his life

When the Swim England Open Water National Masters championships had to be cancelled this year due to a medical emergency, many people feared the worst. However, Nick Parkes has made…continue »

Swimming and aquatic activity is a ‘lifesaver’ … and Nick is living proof

Experienced swimmer Nick Parkes is urging people considering a fitness drive as part of a new year resolution to get active in the water – as it can be a…continue »

Rebecca Adlington

Born: 17 February 1989 Rebecca Adlington Record-breaking Rebecca Adlington is Britain’s most successful female Olympian of all time in the pool having won a total of four individual medals at…continue »

Anita Lonsbrough

Born: 10 August 1941 Anita Lonsbrough Anita Lonsbrough was a pioneer for women’s swimming – achieving a number of notable firsts during a dominant six years at the very top…continue »

Leon Taylor

Born: 2 November 1977 Leon Taylor Leon Taylor enjoyed sustained success as a competitive diver at the highest level for two decades. He took up the sport at the age…continue »

Ellie Simmonds

Born: 11 November 1994 Ellie Simmonds Five-time Paralympic champion Ellie Simmonds came to national attention when she competed in the 2008 Beijing Games at the age of 13. She won…continue »

Mike Beard

Born: 24 July 1942 Mike Beard Dedicated volunteer Mike Beard has made an outstanding contribution to swimming and water polo. He joined Stourbridge Swimming Club at the age of seven,…continue »

Terry Denison

Born: 7 December 1940 Terry Denison It was an all-night conversation which ultimately led to Terry Denison becoming one of Great Britain’s most successful swimming coaches. A history teacher at…continue »

Tim Reddish

Born: 12 April 1957 Tim Reddish Tim Reddish has made an outstanding contribution to para-swimming, both as an athlete, coach and administrator. Having being diagnosed with retinitis pigmentosa, a rare,…continue »

Ripple Effect volunteer Allyson Irvine wins ‘This Girl Can’ Inclusion Award

Swim England Ripple Effect volunteer Allyson Irvine recently won the ‘This Girl Can’ Get Out Get Active Nottingham Inclusion Award for her voluntary work across the area. The awards aim…continue »

How to follow the GoCardless Swim England National Winter Championships

Spectators are set for an early Christmas present this year, with the GoCardless Swim England National Winter Championships 2023 poised to serve up some sensational swimming. After the announcement earlier…continue »

Swim England clarifies its position on the use of pop-up pools

Swim England has clarified its position on pop-up pools following a rise in the popularity of their use. Temporary pools are being used at dozens of sites across the country…continue »

Swim England welcomes ‘encouraging’ Active Lives data

New statistics which show the number of younger primary school children who can swim 25m unaided is on the rise for the first time since the end of the coronavirus…continue »

Looking back at the important diversity and inclusion work done so far in 2023

To celebrate International Day of Disabled People 2023, Swim England takes a look back at the year so far and the important diversity and inclusion work that has taken place.…continue »

Heart of Aquatics: Why it’s been important for us to listen

Richard Hookway, the chair of Swim England’s Board, gives a progress report on the national governing body’s safeguarding, welfare and culture plan, Heart of Aquatics. A famous TV advert once…continue »

John Davies’ ‘special moment’ to join wife Jane as Alfred H Turner Award winner

John Davies joined his wife Jane as a worthy recipient of the Swim England Alfred H Turner Award after more than 40-years of dedication to the sport. The couple have…continue »