After what had started out as a wet and dismal day, six brave swimmers and two hardy kayakers took to the water at Activities Away in Lincoln last night for the Firework Night Swim.
Julia, Claire, Malcolm, Lynda, Ann and Vicky “Two Sausages”, swam for half and hour in just barely 11°C water, with Charlie and Eddy providing the gratefully received kayak support.
After the swim, we packed up and retired to the warmer cafe area to watch the Fireworks being set off from the middle of the lake – which was a very unique experience. (ED: Infact, we’re guessing that there aren’t many displays this year being launched from the middle of a lake!? Has anyone else been to one?)
Huge thanks to the staff and volunteers at Activities Away, who surpassed themselves with a bonfire we imagine could have be seen from space, and for making everyone so welcome!
Roll on next years display!
Don’t forget that the Winter Swim Club continues at Activities Away on Sunday from 9.30am.
