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London fire brigade warns residents ‘to take care’ when using new designated swimming spot in Thames at Kingston

Local News by Tilly O'Brien 2nd Jul 2026  
The London Fire Brigade has installed throw bags at the new designated Thames swimming area in Kingston (Credit: LFB Kingston)
The London Fire Brigade has installed throw bags at the new designated Thames swimming area in Kingston (Credit: LFB Kingston)
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London Fire Brigade (LFB) Kingston has today (Thursday, 2 July) issued a warning for residents using the new Thames designated swimming area in Kingston.

In a post on X (formerly Twitter), LFB Kingston said: "The new Thames designated swimming area near the YMCA Hawker centre has become really popular!

"If you plan to swim, please take care. We have our throw line bags available at the entry point."

You can read LFB's Water Safety Guide here.

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