Why We Swim

Why We SwimExplore the unique skill of swimming from the five angles of survival, wellbeing, community, competition and flow. Propelled by stories of polar swim champions, a Baghdad swim club, Olympian athletes and modern day samurai swimmers, Why We Swim takes us around the globe in a remarkable, all encompassing account of the world of swimming. This is a joyous meditation on our innate connection to water and a true celebration of the wonders of swimming.

Natural fragrance: enjoy the gentle scent of honey with no artificial perfumes

lakes and waterfalls are cleaner

and the restoration of mind

and explore its rich folklore and history with The Garden Apothecary by Christine Iverson

Wheat bags provide relief from pain and can be used hot or cold

his magical first book

anxiety disorders can lead you into a spiral of stress and worry

High-quality BBQ charcoal from sustainably managed Cornish woodland

we recommend washing after every use to prevent staining

perfect for these times

Charlie Mackesy began his career as a cartoonist for The Spectator and a book illustrator for Oxford University Press before being taken on by galleries

You don’t need to live in the country to find a creative outlet which is natural