The value of swimming | Destination focus: Slovenia

The value of swimming | Destination focus: Slovenia | Win a swimming holiday!

Published: Fri, 11/08/19

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New research revealed in a report on the benefits of swimming, has found that the activity saves the NHS and social care system more than £357m a year.

Best Fest Open Water Swim Festival

23^rd to 30^th May 2020 - Colonia Sant Jordi - Mallorca

Come and join us at Europe’s No1 Open Water Swim Festival and enjoy the beautifully clear Mediterranean waters off the coast of Southern Mallorca. The original (and best!) week-long festival features 8 events over 7 days, suitable for everyone - from novice swimmers to elite athletes.

Race our 1.5, 5, 7 or 10k ‘Colonia Classics’ and take on the other ‘Challenge’ distances, starting from just 500m. Entry fees are as little as €35, with a minimum age of 14 years and no upper age limits. Free coached open water and long-course pool sessions included, plus a varied social programme. Best Fest has something for absolutely everyone! Entries now open!

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Destination focus: Slovenia

Did you know Slovenia has 321 lakes? This central European country is full of exciting swimming opportunities

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Cameron Bellamy and Jaimie Monahan return to Barbados

Ultramarathon and ice swimmer Jaimie Monahan joins world record distance swimmer Cameron Bellamy as a special guests at Barbados Open Water Festival

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