Following a meeting between the Channel Swimming Association, Channel Crossing Association, Channel Swimming Pilotage Federation, Channel Swimming & Pilotage Services and Coastguards from France and the UK it has been agreed by all that the swim season will from now on be between 1st April and 31st October each year.
This is first and foremost to protect the safety and welfare of the swimmers and support craft involved. Swims outside of this period will not be accepted on the grounds of safety.
The Irish solo swimmer, Thomas Goulding from Limerick, officially became a Channel Swimmer on the 3rd July. He began his venture at 02.14 on Masterpiece with pilot Fred Mardle. He landed in France at 17.04 taking a total time of 14hrs 50mins (unratified). Fantastic swim Thomas and congratulations from all at the CSA!
