Hardy swimmers are braving the chilly North Sea on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day.

It's the first time swimming has been allowed in Bristol's harbour at the Winter Solstice.

Expert testing carried out for BBC Spotlight found harmful bacteria well in excess of legal limits.

Campaigners say the rating is "brilliant" as the site was only made a bathing spot six months ago.

The Environment Agency issues a farm with a warning notice after water was polluted with slurry.

A report by the Office for Environmental Protection finds the public could be better protected.

The ex-paratrooper from Hull started his epic hike in 1998 and now hopes to finish next year.

Campaigners fear a flood alleviation channel on the River Thames would pollute a wild swimming spot.