While the water was only 54F, 12.2 C, this didn’t deter participants. Many had wetsuits on, though a few seasoned open water swimmers swam withoutWhile the water was only 54F, 12.2 C, this didn’t deter participants. Many had wetsuits on, though a few seasoned open water swimmers swam without
While the water was only 54F, 12.2 C, this didn’t deter participants. Many had wetsuits on, though a few seasoned open water swimmers swam without

Swimmers make a splash in Blackpool pier to pier swim

By Tim Gavell
Published 7th Sep 2021, 07:49 BST
Updated 7th Sep 2021, 13:15 BST
Scores of hardy souls took to the water at Blackpool in the annual open water sea challenge.

The event is organised by channel swimming star Julie Bradshaw via her Getset4success organisation while safety cover was provided by the Blackpool Beach Patrol as well as the volunteers from the life saving clubs organised by Syd Holt.

Julie added: "Thanks to Swimzi for providing the swim hats which ensured the swimmers were visible in the water as safety is paramount."

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Julie added: "Thanks to Swimzi for providing the swim hats which ensured the swimmers were visible in the water as safety is paramount."

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Christian Hampson and mum Alison Hampson before the swim

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Christian Hampson and mum Alison Hampson before the swim

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Dave Williams, Jacqueline Blight, Liesl Allen, Carol Brown and Fiona Geldard on the Prom before the start

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Dave Williams, Jacqueline Blight, Liesl Allen, Carol Brown and Fiona Geldard on the Prom before the start

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