We know that several FOGLs have been taking part in various organised swimming events this season. We’ve heard from those using the Lido to train for the British Gas Great London and Great East Swims and the inaugural Blue Mile in Plymouth for example. We hope to share some of their experiences in the newsletters and [...]
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Finding the Lido again after all these years
Newly recruited FOGL, Hugh Thacker tells us how he’s got involved again with the Lido after 25 years away and how it’s playing a key part in his training for a solo attempt at swimming the Channel this September in aid of 2 charities.
On the 1st May I headed off to Guildford for an early morning [...]
Grinding out the metres
For those who are swimming for fitness as well as pleasure, Jim Boucher, Channel swimmer and Lido regular, shares his thoughts on making the most of our time swimming the lengths…..
Guildford Lido is the most wonderful place to swim recreationally and, in better weather, to bask around the pool and on the grassy surrounds. On busy [...]
