Wild swimming is becoming an increasingly popular pastime in the UK – especially in the summer when temperatures soar. With the recent news that 27 new wild swimming spots have been designated bathing waters in England, many more may be thinking of giving this hobby a try.
But with Environment Agency reports revealing nearly 4 million hours of raw sewage were discharged into England’s rivers and coastal waters last year – nearly double the number of spills reported in 2022 – many may be wondering if it’s still safe to swim, even in these designated spots.
