I love swimming outdoors in fresh water but I feel the rules at the reservoir are extremely regimented and unfair, forbidding any swimming on the back. It makes no sense as regular strokes on the back... See more
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Switch locationGreen Lanes, N4 2HA Stoke Newington, GB
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West Reservoir is a great venue for open water swimming. The staff are excellent. It is well run and the focus is on safety. Hate the Better App. Find it hard to navigate. Hate the penalties ap... See more
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I don’t know about all the better venues but West Res is AMAZING! The team are caring and attentive and it’s great to have such wonderful facilities. That said the app could be better and there is a b... See more
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Love this place and all the wonderful staff that work there. The staff really look after us, especially over the winter when it's really cold. Still smiling even though they have maybe sitting in a ka... See more
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Welcome to Better! We’re a charitable social enterprise, committed to the health and wellbeing of everyone in our community. From gyms, leisure centres and swimming pools to lessons and courses for both adults and juniors - plus libraries and children's centres - we've got it all. So whether you’d like to try something new, keep the kids entertained or have a dip in the pool, discover our inclusive range of activities, suitable for all ages and abilities at your local Better centre today.
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Green Lanes, N4 2HA, Stoke Newington, United Kingdom
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I swam in cold water.
I swam. It was cold water. But that’s what I wanted. Which was good. I’ll do it again very soon. I feel better. Thus far at least. Everyone is very nice and friendly. So I feel less lonely. Which is also good.
3 October 2023
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Good Afternoon Michael,
Thank you for your review.
We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your open water swim at the West Reservoir recently. We hope you continue to enjoy your membership and swim sessions at this centre.
Kind regards,
Charmaine
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