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24-hour swimathon to raise money for community swimming pool
After similar ‘Jubileeathons’ in years previous, swimmers will return to Jubilee Community Swimming Pool for another 24-hour fundraising effort.
Between October 11 and 12, swimmers will take turns to cover 13,000 lengths of the pool in Knowle, which organisers say is the equivalent of swimming from Jubilee Pool in Knowle to Jubilee Pool in Penzance – 191 miles.
Both Jubilee Pool in Penzance and Jubilee Pool in Knowle are run by members of their local communities.
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The pool in Knowle is run by Friends of Jubilee Pool, a registered charity.
All swimmers are being asked to raise at least £40 in sponsorship to help cover the pool’s ongoing operational costs and support upgrades.
Julie Laming, the chair of trustees at Friends of Jubilee Pool, said: “Whether you’re an experienced swimmer or just love to paddle, all swimming abilities and levels are invited to dive in and join us.
“We are looking for individuals, teams, sports and community groups or a whole family to come together to support a fantastic cause.
“This year we have a fun ‘Swim Capwalk’, our very own challenge to madly decorate your swim cap and swim your first length in costume. There will be spot prizes every hour for the best creations by under and over 12s.
“Jubilee Pool remains at the very heart of our community and we need your support to ensure it is affordable, inclusive and accessible to all for years to come.
“We offer a range of swimming lessons for children and adults, with sessions for those with disabilities, learning and sensory needs and for health and wellbeing, as well as aqua discos, inflatable sessions and parties.
“The Swimathon is our biggest fundraiser of the year and we desperately need funds to go towards ongoing roof repairs and our day-to-day operating costs.”
To enter the swimathon, visit www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/jubileeathon-2025-24-hour-sponsored-swim-for-jubilee-pool-bristol-tickets
Main photo: Jubilee Community Swimming Pool
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