Cold-water swimming has seen a boom in popularity over the past several years, with its enthusiasts saying it helps with mood, energy and even menopause.

Writer Helen Wilson-Beevers swims every day in the North Sea and has found that cold water sea swimming has helped her to deal with her auto-immune condition.

The long read: After a painful breakup and the death of her father, one writer retreated to the coast of Brittany in winter where she tested the powerful effects of a daily swim in the icy sea

Lucy Laucht says wild swimming in England has changed her life.

The clear, rippling water of the Dulas that meanders past our riverside sauna in mid-Wales is powerfully inviting - particularly post-sauna! We caught up with local cold-water swimming guide and adventure activist Laura Sanderson to find out why more and more people are taking the plunge into wild swimming, even during the coldest months of the year.

Here is my story of cold water swimming for over 150 days to discover the health benefits of cold water immersion for rheumatoid arthritis.

If you're a beginner, just getting into swimming outdoors, you might be wondering what to wear for cold water swimming. Over my time cold water swimming and wild swimming, there are a number of items that have made it into my cold water swimming gear which make wild swimming more enjoyable, safe and enable me to go further. This blog post will show you the essential wild swimming kit you need for cold water swimming safely. Read now and you'll be set for your next swimming adventure.