SWIMMING IN CIRCLES

As we hum gently past the moored tourist boats, rain starts sheeting down. Jon and Heather grin in their waterproof coats and trousers as they look ahead of us into blank nothingness.

“That’s it!” says Jon, pointing to a ring of red buoys in the distance. “Green Tuft Island. The final island.”

There’s no green, no tuft and no island.

Adventures come in all sizes. In the new Adventure issue of Outdoor Swimmer, Jonathan Cowie joins Heather Gourlay and Jon Board on their quest to circumnavigate every island in Windermere. From the mile-long Belle Isle to the invisible Green Tuft Island, the islands have a rich history – home to hens, monks and the local landed gentry. Read more of Swimming in Circles in the new issue.

"Take a map and unfold it. Unlike an app on your phone, you can dream over a map. Make connections. See what lies beyond. Plan adventures."

From setting yourself a personal swim challenge to record-breaking channel crossings, the Adventure issue of Outdoor Swimmer will inspire all kinds of wanderlust. Start your outdoor swimming adventure by ordering your copy now. Subscribe and save up to 20% on the Adventure issue cover price – or dip your toes in the water and try a one-off purchase.