Actor Robson Green experiences serene lakes, iconic rivers and chilly seas in a brand new series for ITV1. Along the way he met with up club member Bob Holman and a diverse range of wild swimmers who keep Britain’s waters alive with their passion for getting back to nature and finding our greatest watery locations. Read how Bob helped Robson rekindle his own passion for wild swimming and love affair with the water in their visit to Devon’s Tinside Lido.

Over the past two summers Bob Holman and his friend Dave Pratten from Swanage have been on a challenge to swim a mile in every existing lido in the United Kingdom. This was inspired by a book called “Liquid Assets” written by journalist, Janet Smith. This details the history of the great British lido and gives a wonderful account of the architectural and social influences of open air public baths, particularly during the golden age when literally hundreds were built between the two world wars.

On 4 Nov 08, Bob, Danni and Becky were guests of Poole Bay Rotary Club at their weekly dinner. The intrepid trio were there to share their experiences of the club’s successful channel relay adventure. The Rotary club had sponsored Danni and Becky for £100 and had taken a keen interest in their successful venture.