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The little-known adventure centre with inflatable water park & climbing tower & it's just minutes from Dublin city
The little-known adventure centre with inflatable water park & climbing tower & it's just minutes from Dublin city

The Irish Sun

time14-07-2025

  • The Irish Sun

The little-known adventure centre with inflatable water park & climbing tower & it's just minutes from Dublin city

TAKE a look at the little-known Irish adventure centre with inflatable water park, climbing tower and zipline - and it's minutes from Dublin city. Flynn Park in Balbriggan, 4 The water park is located just 30 minutes from Dublin city centre Credit: Trip Advisor 4 Flynn Park also offers a wide range of other outdoor activities Credit: Trip Advisor 4 The park opens five days a week from Wednesday to Sunday for general bookings and walk-ins Credit: Trip Advisor The water park is located just 30 minutes from Dublin city centre and a few minutes from Aqua Lough is It reads on Aqua Lough "Aqua Lough features a range of thrilling obstacles, including slides, trampolines, and climbing walls, all floating on the water. Read more in Travel "Safety is our top priority, and our Royal Life Saving Society (RLSS) trained lifeguards are always on hand to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all. "Whether you're looking for a family-friendly day out or a fun team-building activity, our inflatable Aqua Park has something for everyone. Book your experience today and get ready to make a splash!" This experience is suitable for different ages and abilities, making it an absolute must-try for all adventure seekers. The climbing walls are another popular spot, and there are five of them set both in and out of the water that reach up to 40 feet. Most read in News Travel And there's even a 150-metre zip line to try out once you have completed the climb. What's more, Aqua Lough has lots of different activities for younger Inside Siam Waterpark The world's best waterpark This includes a special kids' area with smaller inflatable slides and trampolines, making it the perfect place to bring your little ones during the summer. Flynn Park also offers a wide range of other This includes a paintball centre with multiple fields and game scenarios, offering a variety of experiences for players of all skill levels. Flynn Park's fields are designed to challenge your strategy and teamwork skills, with obstacles and terrain to make each game unique. The park is open five days a week from Wednesday to Sunday for general bookings and walk-ins Admission fees for the water park are €26 - and prices for other activities vary. Another popular activity is the Paddle Park which is designed for kids aged 2 to 6 - and sessions run on the hour for just €14 per child. And one responsible adult goes for free. It offers 45 minutes of fun on its floating paddling pool and mini bouncy castle. 4 Aqua Lough features a range of thrilling obstacles, including slides, trampolines and climbing walls Credit: Trip Advisor

Warning for parents about colors your children should NEVER wear at the beach – certain swimsuits make them ‘invisible'
Warning for parents about colors your children should NEVER wear at the beach – certain swimsuits make them ‘invisible'

Scottish Sun

time03-07-2025

  • Health
  • Scottish Sun

Warning for parents about colors your children should NEVER wear at the beach – certain swimsuits make them ‘invisible'

An organization is sharing a petition to ban these three popular colors SAFETY FIRST Warning for parents about colors your children should NEVER wear at the beach – certain swimsuits make them 'invisible' EXPERTS are warning parents to think twice before buying their child's bathing suits, as certain colors are more dangerous than others. Research found that parents are unknowingly putting their children in danger by buying colors that may be invisible underwater. 2 Parents are being warned not to dress their children in certain colors (stock photo) Credit: Getty 2 Parents should avoid blue, gray and white colors Credit: On the Beach Parents should avoid dressing their children in blue, white, or gray swimsuits, according to On the Beach. Those three colors were found to be nearly invisible underwater, even if you're child is just a few feet below the surface. If the child were to be in any sort of danger, it may be harder for a lifeguard to spot them. 'I've swam my entire life and I've only recently become aware that there are certain colours that can't be seen underwater,' Olympic gold medalist Rebecca Adlington told On the Beach. 'As a parent, I should have been aware of this sooner.' On the Beach is launching a petition to ban clothing companies from producing children's swimwear in those colors. 'Alongside On the Beach, I'm urging the government to review the legislation around selling blue, white and grey swimwear to children,' Adlington said. 'They must make sure retailers are being safe and looking after our children by not selling unseeable swimwear that could put them in danger.' According to the organization, about 66% of children still wear plain blue, white or grey swim apparel. The UK-based Royal Life Saving Society found that there was an 85% increase in the number of child drownings in England between 2019 and 2022. Parents warned 3 common summer foods are dangerous to toddlers - and eating a specific fruit can cause nasty sunburn "It is essential that water safety education and experience for children should be taken forward regionally and nationally,' the RLSS director, Lee Heard, said in the report. "There is a requirement to nationally revise and reform the current approach to swimming and water safety education.' Colors such as pink, yellow, red, black, purple, and green are all safe to wear while underwater. 'It is vital that the Government takes action now so that children can be seen at all times in the water,' On the Beach's petition reads. Colors to wear and avoid ❌ Blue ❌ White ❌ Grey ✅Pink ✅Yellow ✅Red ✅Black ✅Purple ✅Green ✅Fluorescent colours [Source: On the Beach] 'Lives are at stake. 'Please help us end putting children's lives in unnecessary danger and sign this petition for change.' Supporters of the petition backed the organization's mission, mentioning their own anecdotes. 'As a lifeguard myself, when families come swimming in these particular colours, it becomes a lot harder to make sure all children are safe,' one supporter named Megan wrote. 'It's a small request to ask retailers not to sell swimwear to boys and girls in those particular colors if it's going to save children's lives,' another commenter wrote. The petition has 3,903 verified signatures so far.

Warning for parents about colors your children should NEVER wear at the beach – certain swimsuits make them ‘invisible'
Warning for parents about colors your children should NEVER wear at the beach – certain swimsuits make them ‘invisible'

The Irish Sun

time03-07-2025

  • Health
  • The Irish Sun

Warning for parents about colors your children should NEVER wear at the beach – certain swimsuits make them ‘invisible'

EXPERTS are warning parents to think twice before buying their child's bathing suits, as certain colors are more dangerous than others. Research found that parents are unknowingly putting their children in danger by buying colors that may be invisible underwater. Advertisement 2 Parents are being warned not to dress their children in certain colors (stock photo) Credit: Getty 2 Parents should avoid blue, gray and white colors Credit: On the Beach Parents should avoid dressing their children in blue, white, or gray swimsuits, according to Those three colors were found to be nearly invisible underwater, even if you're child is just a few feet below the surface. If the child were to be in any sort of danger, it may be harder for a lifeguard to spot them. 'I've swam my entire life and I've only recently become aware that there are certain colours that can't be seen underwater,' Olympic gold medalist Rebecca Adlington told On the Beach. Advertisement 'As a parent, I should have been aware of this sooner.' On the Beach is launching a petition to ban clothing companies from producing children's swimwear in those colors. 'Alongside On the Beach, I'm urging the government to review the legislation around selling blue, white and grey swimwear to children,' Adlington said. 'They must make sure retailers are being safe and looking after our children by not selling unseeable swimwear that could put them in danger.' Advertisement Most read in Lifestyle According to the organization, about 66% of children still wear plain blue, white or grey swim apparel. The UK-based Royal Life Saving Society found that there was an 85% increase in the number of child drownings in England between 2019 and 2022. Parents warned 3 common summer foods are dangerous to toddlers - and eating a specific fruit can cause nasty sunburn "It is essential that water safety education and experience for children should be taken forward regionally and nationally,' the RLSS director, Lee Heard, said in the report. "There is a requirement to nationally revise and reform the current approach to swimming and water safety education.' Advertisement Colors such as pink, yellow, red, black, purple, and green are all safe to wear while underwater. 'It is vital that the Government takes action now so that children can be seen at all times in the water,' Colors to wear and avoid ❌ Blue ❌ White ❌ Grey ✅Pink ✅Yellow ✅Red ✅Black ✅Purple ✅Green ✅Fluorescent colours [Source: 'Lives are at stake. 'Please help us end putting children's lives in unnecessary danger and sign this petition for change.' Advertisement Supporters of the petition backed the organization's mission, mentioning their own anecdotes. 'As a lifeguard myself, when families come swimming in these particular colours, it becomes a lot harder to make sure all children are safe,' one supporter named Megan wrote. Read more on the Irish Sun 'It's a small request to ask retailers not to sell swimwear to boys and girls in those particular colors if it's going to save children's lives,' another commenter wrote. The petition has 3,903 verified signatures so far. Advertisement

Millions of Brits still can't swim – and a third don't feel confident in the water, survey shows
Millions of Brits still can't swim – and a third don't feel confident in the water, survey shows

The Sun

time03-07-2025

  • Health
  • The Sun

Millions of Brits still can't swim – and a third don't feel confident in the water, survey shows

NEARLY nine million British adults are still unable to swim, according to shocking new research. A study of 2,000 adults found 17 per cent have no swimming ability whatsoever, 33 per cent don't feel confident in the water, and 42 per cent will only brave the shallow end. 7 7 Despite swimming and water safety being on the national curriculum, one in five said they weren't offered lessons at school, Also, a further 24 per cent didn't get taught because their parents couldn't swim. Others were put off by a bad experience, or didn't see swimming as important when they were growing up. The research was commissioned by EasyJet, as part of an initiative that offers free swimming lessons to 1,000 adults across the UK ahead of the summer holidays. The programme has been developed in partnership with Triple Olympic Champion Tom Dean, national swim provider Better, and the Royal Life Saving Society UK. Tom Dean, who has spoken to Parliament about water safety, said: 'As an Olympic swimmer, I know the importance of learning water safety skills and am passionate about ensuring everyone across Britain has access to basic swimming competencies. 'Whether it's staying with a buddy, knowing your limits, or sticking to areas where you can stand, it's never too late to learn how to swim.' The research also revealed that 17 per cent of Brits grew up without a local pool. More than 100 public pools have closed across the UK in the past 20 years – with the average pool now 4.3 miles from people's homes. For five per cent, the nearest pool is more than 10 miles away. The new Caribbean island opening to cruise passengers with swim up bars and huge lagoons Worryingly, this gap could grow in the years ahead - with 14 per cent of parents admitting they haven't enrolled their children in swimming lessons and don't plan to teach them either. Of these, 20 per cent say they don't have the time, 15 per cent cite high costs, and 13 per cent believe swimming is too risky. Despite this, 31 per cent of parents worry about their children swimming on holiday because they can't swim themselves. A further 32 per cent fear they wouldn't be able to help if something went wrong, and 18 per cent wish they could join their children or grandchildren in the pool – but can't. Meanwhile, 25 per cent say their lack of swimming ability affects how much they enjoy their holidays. Nearly one in five are too scared to get in the pool at all, and 11 per cent have avoided beach holidays altogether because of it. But now, 35 per cent of non-swimmers would take lessons as adults if given the chance – with 23 per cent admitting their lack of ability makes them feel vulnerable. Top 10 barriers to learning how to swim as children 1. It wasn't seen as important growing up 2. School didn't offer a learn-to-swim programme 3. Parents couldn't swim so didn't teach them 4. Parents didn't have time to take them to lessons 5. A bad early experience 6. No pool nearby 7. Seen as too dangerous 8. No time during school 9. Not part of their culture or religion 10. Too expensive Matt Callaghan, chief operating officer at easyJet Holidays, said: 'We know how much Brits love their summer beach holidays to Europe's favourite destinations. 'That's why it's so important to us to highlight the surprisingly high number of adults who can't swim – something we're determined to help change. 'By improving safety and helping more people fully enjoy the water, we're also offering a life skill that lasts far beyond the holiday itself. 'We're thrilled to partner with Olympic athlete Tom Dean and the Royal Life Saving Society UK to offer 1,000 British adults the opportunity to learn to swim. 'Together, we're taking a meaningful step towards closing the gap and giving more people the confidence and freedom to enjoy the water – on holiday and at home.' 7 7 7 7

Nearly nine million British adults are still unable to swim, research reveals
Nearly nine million British adults are still unable to swim, research reveals

Yahoo

time30-06-2025

  • Yahoo

Nearly nine million British adults are still unable to swim, research reveals

Nearly nine million British adults are still unable to swim, research reveals. A study of 2,000 adults found 17 per cent have no swimming ability whatsoever, 33 per cent don't feel confident in the water, and 42 per cent will only brave the shallow end. The research was commissioned by easyJet holidays to launch Swim School[ – an initiative offering free swimming lessons to 1,000 adults across the UK ahead of the summer holidays. The programme has been developed in partnership with Triple Olympic Champion Tom Dean, national swim provider Better, and the Royal Life Saving Society UK. Tom Dean, who has spoken to Parliament about water safety, said: 'As an Olympic swimmer, I know the importance of learning water safety skills and am passionate about ensuring everyone across Britain has access to basic swimming competencies. Matt Callaghan, chief operating officer at easyJet Holidays, said: 'We know how much Brits love their summer beach holidays to Europe's favourite destinations. 'We're thrilled to partner with Olympic athlete Tom Dean and the Royal Life Saving Society UK to offer 1,000 British adults the opportunity to learn to swim."

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