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The 31,000 lochs of Scotland make the country a cold water swimmers’ paradise. With stunning vistas, remote locations and ice you have to smash with an axe – even in Spring – there is no shortage of spots to take a chilly dip. But with so many to choose from which freezing waterholes provide that perfect mix of serenity, views and accessibility? Here is ten to get you started. Don’t forget your wooly hat! Source link

SWLSdrugs – by Josh Bolton A dad who used the nickname ‘Insane Snail’ while acting as a middleman in drug deals has been jailed. Michael Hall, from Bromley, south-east London, was involved in the supply of more than 20kg worth of drugs between January and June 2020, a court heard. The 60-year-old, who has been jailed for drug-related offences twice before, used his contacts to help distribute cocaine, amphetamine, ketamine, and cannabis as part of a large-scale commercial operation, it was said. Yesterday (February 5), during his sentencing at Croydon Crown Court, Hall was jailed for seven years and nine…

SWMRdriver – By Adam Dutton Shocking footage shows the moment an impatient Land Rover driver ran over a council worker after ignoring a road closure. The workman was sent flying into a bush after being rammed into by John Leonard Muckle along a country lane in Hardstoft, Derbys, on May 13 last year. Roadworkers had been fixing potholes along Locko Lane when Muckle drove past road closed signs and weaved his way past traffic management equipment. One man waves at him to stop but Muckle carries on along the road before reversing into one worker, knocking him into the hedgerow.…

SWMRcat – by Elizabeth Hunter A missing cat has been reunited with its owner – after being trapped for five days underneath a block of flats. Residents heard the cat’s cries from the foundations of the flats in Dundee, Scotland. Animal Rescue Officers Stephanie Smillie and Lucy Rattray discovered Cleo, a 15-year-old Bengal, was stuck five feet underground and began a rescue. Scottish SPCA’s Stephanie said: “Cleo had been there for over five days with no access to food or water, so we knew we had to do everything in our power to get her out safely. “After several attempts…

SWMRwildfire – by Dean Murray A celebrity fashion and memorabilia auction to raise money for Los Angeles wildfire aid has opened for bidding. The collection, offered by LA-based Julien’s Auctions, features iconic performance and album cover looks from Sabrina Carpenter, Chappell Roan, Charli XCX and more. Other garments on auction include those from Olivia Rodrigo and Shirley Manson from Garbage, while David Grohl has offered a signed electric guitar. 100% of net auction and G*VE A F*CK LA benefit concert ticket and auction proceeds will benefit local organisations Altadena Girls, Friends in Deed, One Voice, and Pasadena Humane Society, with…

SWLSbees – by Abygail Fossett and Faye Mayern A master bee whisperer had a very special send-off with mourners forming a funeral ‘guard of honour’ – donned in their beekeeping suits. The funeral of Barrie Powell, who died aged 89, was held on Monday (Feb 3) with attendees clutching lit smokers in a nod to his beekeeping. Mr Powell, of Shotley, Suffolk, had been keeping bees continuously for 78 years – dating back to 1946. The beloved grandfather died on December 29, five days shy of his 90th birthday. His family was joined by members of the Ipswich and East…

SWMRdog – by Elizabeth Hunter This the moment a scared rescue dog was saved from drowning at sea by a lifeboat crew. The dog, named Seren, escaped from her owner’s car boot on 1 February after a loud noise had her “spooked.” Owners Andrea and Richard, who had adopted the 3-year-old golden retriever just five weeks ago, saw Seren sprint away from them towards the Newton Beach shoreline in Wales. “‘I’ve rescued many dogs in my time, but Seren is definitely the most traumatised,” said owner Andrea. “She had just been getting comfortable with her regular beach walks. “On Saturday…

SWLNed – by Lauren Beavis Hounds from a fox hunt have been filmed running through a private garden and orchard – co-owned by former Labour Party leader Ed Miliband MP. Locals in Claydon, near Banbury, reported the incident to animal welfare charity the League Against Cruel Sports. They shared footage of the hounds on the private land in Oxfordshire – where Ed Miliband owns one of three cottages. They also shared doorbell camera footage of the hunt riding through the village itself. Some claim the hunt, which claimed to have been following a pre-laid trail, was trespassing on a number…

SWSMhero – by Emma Dunn A mum has described the moment her eight-year-old son protected her from being shot by his dad – and took the bullet himself. Amir Harden was shot in the spinal cord after he ran between his dad Danair Harden, 30, who was attempting to shoot his mum, Cherish Edwards, 29. According to reports at the time, Danair had been able to return to the family home despite assaulting Cherish days before after she ended their relationship and admitted she’d started dating other people. Amir was shot in front of his four other siblings before Danair…

SWLScar – by Antonio Scancariello A car hit several other vehicles outside a supermarket and landed on top of a mini – in a car park fail. The incident happened yesterday afternoon (6 Feb) at around 12.30pm in the car park of Morrisons in Taunton, Somerset. Avon and Somerset Police said no one was injured. The spokesperson said: “We were called to attend a supermarket car park in Priory Bridge Road, Taunton, after a car was in collision with several other vehicles. “No one was injured during the incident.” ENDS Source link