A proud son and his family have raised almost £5,000 in memory of their mum through a series of open water swims.

In a new BBC documentary, six fearless women take on a huge challenge drawing on their sisterhood, resilience and unbreakable ...

One of our NPR College Podcast Challenge finalists brings the story of a group of women who, every week, take an icy plunge into the Connecticut River. This is an excerpt from "Brave Souls" by Eliza ...

While wild swimming during the depths of winter might seem like a slightly mad idea, it's a pastime that's becoming hugely popular. In fact, part of the ritual of this slow living hobby often involves ...

The annual Polar Bear Swim in Vancouver has become a rite of passage for many, drawing thousands to English Bay each year. With over a century of history, this event not only showcases the spirit of ...

Swimmers once again plunged into the bitterly cold North Sea on Christmas morning as Clacton’s much-loved festive swim returned for 2025.

HUNDREDS of hardy swimmers made a traditional Boxing Day dunk — braving the Isle of Wight’s icy seas for their annual festive ...

Swimming in the San Francisco Bay is more than a hobby or a form of exercise for the avid community of swimmers who show up regularly to take a dip. It’s practically a spiritual experience. “I work a ...

James Madeley, 36 and from Cleadon, South Tyneside, began his challenge in honour of his mother Carol last January, swimming ...

Most mornings, the Blue Boobies arrive in waves at the Albany Beach parking lot. Some days, they start as early as 6 a.m., appearing in the dark, attaching themselves to lit buoys and venturing out, ...