Explore Scotland's breathtaking lochs, rivers, and beaches perfect for wild swimming. Discover top locations like Bracklinn Falls and Loch Tay, with tips for safe, refreshing dips in chilly waters.
Joanne Karcz, 66, shares her journey of taking up paddleboarding to improve strength and balance, finding peace on the water and defying age stereotypes.
A new wild swimming zone in the River Thames at Kingston could become London's first official bathing site, marking a major transformation in water quality.
Austin Appelbee made a dramatic emergency call after swimming to save his family stranded off the Western Australia coast, highlighting the dangers of coastal waters and the importance of swift action in rescue situations.
Western Australia's work safety watchdog is investigating after a family hired kayaks and paddleboards and were washed out to sea, raising concerns over rental safety protocols.
A guide to shark attack risks in Australia, detailing the safest swimming locations and times to avoid for beachgoers seeking to minimise danger.
A 13-year-old boy swam for four hours in rough seas to raise the alarm after his mother and two siblings were swept offshore in Geographe Bay, leading to their dramatic rescue.
Devon and Cornwall Police have recovered a body from the River Exe in Tiverton during the search for a missing kayaker in his 40s, with the family informed.
The body of a 47-year-old man missing since Christmas Day has been discovered at Budleigh Salterton Beach in Exmouth. A second swimmer remains missing.
Four shark attacks in 48 hours across Sydney and New South Wales have prompted veteran surfer Matt Chojnacki to leave the city, with multiple beaches closed and major swimming events cancelled.
A surfer in California tells of his lucky escape after a shark attack destroyed his board. He drove himself to hospital and vows to surf again. Read the full story.
Two divers spent 90 minutes in the ocean off Mindarie after surfacing to find their boat gone. Their GoPro footage captures the shocking moment. Read their safety warning.
Two spearfishers were left stranded 3.5km off Perth after their boat drifted away due to a loose anchor knot. Read their dramatic rescue story and crucial safety lessons.
A man was rescued by RNLI crews after being stranded on an inflatable mattress in the Firth of Forth. The incident highlights the dangers of using pool toys in the sea. Read the full safety advice.
Skipper Christian Beck and his crew on Lawless have won the 2024 Sydney to Hobart yacht race after a tense final battle. Read the full story of their dramatic victory.
Munich's famous Eisbach river surfing wave has been flattened again after authorities removed a makeshift beam installed by activists. The iconic spot in Englischer Garten is now silent.
The 2025 Sydney to Hobart yacht race sees a fierce battle for line honours as brutal conditions force a quarter of the fleet to retire, with crews reporting injuries and damage. Follow the gripping finale.
Day two of the Sydney to Hobart yacht race sees a fierce duel between supermaxis Comanche and LawConnect. Get the latest standings and weather analysis.
The E1 Series, the electric powerboat championship, unveils its 2026 calendar featuring a debut in the Bahamas and a mystery September location. Discover the full race schedule.
A 20-year-old woman has died after getting into difficulty while kayaking in the River Tees at Barnard Castle. Emergency services recovered her body on Saturday.
The Eisbach river wave, an iconic urban surfing spot in Munich, has unexpectedly disappeared following construction work, devastating the city's vibrant surf culture and prompting urgent questions about its future.
A terrifying near-death experience turns into a remarkable story of human kindness as an anonymous surfer becomes an unlikely hero on a Cornish beach.
British canoeist and OnlyFans creator Maddy Spivey faces two-year suspension from official competitions after posting an explicit video on Instagram, igniting debate over athlete conduct rules.
Two adventurous women survive 72 hours trapped in treacherous Himalayan terrain before dramatic mountain rescue operation brings them to safety.
Shockwaves hit the sailing world as American Magic unexpectedly pulls out of the 2024 America's Cup, leaving the competition in turmoil and raising questions about the team's future.