Bob and Dave’s Lido Challenge
Nov 14th, 2008 | By bobholman | Category: Featured ArticlesOver 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.
