Department for Culture Media and Sport
celebrity swimmers
"Swimming has been a real passion of mine since I took it up as a small child. But I was really jumping in the deep end when I swam the English Channel for Sport Relief, fitting training in between performances on the road of Little Britain Live. I hope that by making swimming free for so many in this country we will encourage people to find the time to swim.
“Just a few lengths is a really great way of getting active and staying healthy. I am right behind this initiative and I hope that millions of people will grab the opportunity and take the plunge."
Actor and comedian David Walliams
"The Free Swimming initiative is a great idea that deserves to succeed,and can only do good. I am delighted to endorse it,and hope that people will dive in and enjoy the benefits."
TV and radio presenter Sir Terry Wogan
“No matter what your age, swimming is an amazing sport and a great way to stay fit and healthy. I look forward to seeing pools up and down the country being used to their full potential and maybe even creating Olympic stars of the future!”
Double Olympic Gold medallist Rebecca Adlington
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