Open Water Swimming in Hampshire

Andark Lake

Description:

Andark Lake is a purpose built inland lake, located in Lower Swanwick, near Southampton, Hampshire on the South Coast of England.

Location:

* Oslands Ln, Southampton SO31 7ED

* Parking is at Andark Car Park behind the dive centre and then a short walk up the lane.-
* Lake –

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Interesting Information:

The owers introduced Swan Mussels to the lake, I’ve been told that each one can filter 40 litres of water per day. The humble mussel can clean polluted water and bump up diversity.

How can you help protect our eco-systems.

As an open water swimmer, you can do your bit to help protect the eco-systems in our fresh water ponds, lakes, rivers and streams.

You should to ensure that your swimming equipment does not transfer organisms from one water way to another. You can help do that by following these simple guidelines.

CHECK, CLEAN & DRY

* CHECK your equipment and clothing for live organisms – particularly in areas that are damp or hard to inspect.
* CLEAN and wash all equipment, footwear and clothes thoroughly as soon as you exit the water. Use hot water when possible. If you do come across any organisms, leave them at the water body where you found them.
* DRY all equipment and clothing – some species can live for many days in moist conditions.

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