To reflect a year that started sociably, had long periods of lockdown restrictions, and saw outdoor swimming become extremely popular, Breckland swimmers share their favourite swims from 2020 and their hopes for 2021
Continue reading Breckland swimmers: 2020 memories; 2021 hopesMy shortest day swims Dec 2020
I decided to mark the shortest day of the year with local swim and paddle trips on a glorious sunny day, Sunday 20 December (the day before the actual solstice which was due to be rainy). In tribute to my longest day of the year trip back in June, I concentrated on local trips and the river Wensum, starting with a sunrise swim, followed by a sunny cycle ride and finishing with a sunset paddle. Continue reading My shortest day swims Dec 2020
Diversity swims for GRT 29 & 30 Nov 2020
Norfolk and Suffolk swimmers have been dipping through November to raise awareness and funds for some organisations run by and working with the Gypsy, Roma and Traveller Communities. Here are posts and photos from Days 29-30. Support us here, on the Sponsor me page
Diversity swims Week 4 for GRT
Norfolk and Suffolk swimmers are dipping through November to raise awareness and funds for some organisations run by and working with the Gypsy, Roma and Traveller Communities. Here are posts and photos from Days 22-28. Support us here, on the Sponsor me page
Diversity swims Nov Part 3 for GRT
Norfolk and Suffolk swimmers carried on dipping through November to raise awareness and funds for some organisations run by and working with the Gypsy, Roma and Traveller Communities. Here are posts and photos from Days 15-21.
Diversity swims for GRT: the Nov challenge part 2
Norfolk and Suffolk swimmers have been doing diversity dips throughout November to raise awareness and funds for some organisations run by and working with the Gypsy, Roma and Traveller Communities. Here are posts and photos from Days 8-14. Continue reading Diversity swims for GRT: the Nov challenge part 2
Diversity swims for GRT: the Nov challenge starts
Norfolk and Suffolk swimmers are doing diversity dips throughout November to raise funds for some organisations run by and working with the Gypsy, Roma and Traveller Communities, and at the same time to raise awareness of the issues. Here are posts and pics and support from Days 1-7. Continue reading Diversity swims for GRT: the Nov challenge starts
Support Diversity Swim for GRT
All are welcome to support the fundraising activity through November for Gypsy Roma+Traveller Charities, wherever you are. You can take part by doing some swims or dips, sponsor and support those who take part, send messages of solidarity or if you can you could donate. Sponsorship page, https://www.sponsorme.co.uk/annawright/diversity-swim-for-gypsy-roma-and-traveller-community.aspx, or send messages to me on Facebook or Contact me
From 5 Nov to 1 Dec Can I swim, or drive to get there?
Yes, you can swim outdoors (though not in a pool or organised venue), and you can drive or travel to get there (though you should minimise the number of journeys and the distance you travel). Leaving your home for recreation or exercise (including swimming) must only be done alone, with one other, or with members of your household or support bubble. This note is about England only.
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Solidarity with Gypsy, Roma and Traveller people
This article and the swim event aim to raise awareness and understanding of racism against Gypsy, Roma and Traveller communities (GRT), and to raise funds for organisations advocating for their rights and needs. Event details below and on the sponsorship page, https://www.sponsorme.co.uk/annawright/diversity-swim-for-gypsy-roma-and-traveller-community.aspx, and here, https://www.imogensriverswims.co.uk/blog/support-diversity-swim-for-grt/. All were welcomed to join in or support. (This article can also be downloaded as a Note, Word.doc, 6 pages)
Continue reading Solidarity with Gypsy, Roma and Traveller people