Icebreaker Tooting

Join a cold-water challenge at Tooting Bec Lido Icebreaker in 2026.

Join the Crisis Icebreaker for a community cold water dip at one of London’s favourite lidos. Whether you’ll be facing the freeze for the first time, or regularly swim in winter, everyone is welcome to make a splash, to help end homelessness.   

Join us at Tooting Bec Lido in South London to kick off our Icebreaker events. With support from South London Swim Club, we’re bringing you a unique morning of freezing fun whether you’re a first-time dipper or regularly take the plunge.

The session will start with a breathwork session, safety briefing and will be followed by hot drinks and prizes to win.

Join us for one of three activities:

The Icy Dip

First time facing the freeze? Join us for an icy dip, whether you dip in and out or choose to swim one or two 30m widths, you’ll be doing it with a community of Icebreakers braving the cold together.

Team Relay (4x30m)

Enter as a team of 4 or less and complete 4 x 30m widths of the pool. This is a great option if you’re already part of a swim club and are acclimatised to cold water swimming.

Inflatable Swim

BYOI = Bring Your Own Inflatable. Whether it’s a floating unicorn, inflatable avocado or a classic rubber ring, complete a 30m width of the pool without your feet touching the bottom. This entry is best suited to those used to cold water swimming.