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.
Congratulations to Gregg Bolsinger from the USA who has just completed his solo swim today, 22nd July in a time of 11hrs and 22mins (unratified). He began his swim at 05.57 landing in France by the Musee du Mur de l'Atlantique at 17.19 this evening. His pilot was Andy King on his vessel Louise Jane. Well done to Gregg and all the crew.
