Chicken Pate News

This weekends ice miles have to be ratified through a series of photographs and videos, covering all aspects of the swim, from the temperature of the water to the start and midway points of each attempt.   Whilst we were collating these videos our very own Ray Smith in true SYS tradition, has provided us with this little gem.  … Read more →

What’s Happening

    Hi Everyone We hope you’ve all had a fantastic Christmas and are looking forward to an even better New Year.   Here’s a quick update on what’s happening over the next few days …   Saturday 30th December.   Hatfield – Swimming 8am -10am.   Aston Leisure Centre. 100 x 100 event, 12 – 4pm. Please be at… Read more →

Thank You!

  I would like to say a HUGE thank you to everyone that provided presents for distribution to the looked after young people this Christmas. We literally managed to fill a car and car boot with presents. I’m sure they’ll all be well received and make a difference to their Christmas day. Your generosity has been heartwarming. Many thanks as… Read more →

Swimming News & Weekend Closure

  Weekend Closure Due to the GB Polo team training at Hatfield this weekend, 2nd December, we’re unfortunately closed on Saturday. In addition ( it’s that time of year) Thrybergh have their Christmas fair on, this will create a big strain on parking and facilities so we’ve made the decision not to swim. If you’re about in the afternoon take… Read more →

Nice Miles and Ice Miles (qualifiers)

Ice Mile Qualifiers… got underway today with nine swimmers completing their 7ºC, 1600m swim in glorious icy sunshine.   Carol Lord, Izzy Fisher, Graeme Flitcroft, Paul Nicholson, Charlotte Tudberry – Maider, Jacqui Hargrave, Janice Taylor, Alice Goodridge all completed their qualifying swims this morning and are now ready to train towards their ultimate ice mile goal. The wonderful Catherine Atkinson… Read more →