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FOREWORD
To record all the history and
background of Tyldesley Swimming and Water Polo Club since its formation in 1876 is practically impossible, time erasing many
details. Yet somewhere, someplace, there could still be information, stories, photographs etc. which could fill the story
a little more.
From the time bathing locally
was confined to Shakerley Brook, the lime pits and the canal, the opening of Tyldesley Baths, the formation of the club and
how it has fared throughout the years, this and the following series of articles attempts to tell a little of that story.
To all the competitors and
members who have brought prestige to the club, and to the many members who have been the backbone of the club we say "THANK
YOU" to everyone, may these articles raise many a smile and revive some very pleasant memories.
If you
have any information, photos etc. relevant to Tyldesley Swimming and Water Polo Club please Email the webmaster. We look forward
to hearing from you. eric@tyldesleyswimming.co.uk
To view information click on the relevant Part No. in the 1st column
of the table
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How It Started, Opening Ceremony, Formation of Swimming Club
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The First Annual Gala, Race for Club Captaincy, Start of Water Polo, Swimming Times, Early Successes
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Retirement of Ralph Tyldesley, Eckersley Cup, 1908 Olympic Games, World Champion at Tyldesley
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Fred Isherwood, John Cleworth, The War Years, Water Polo in the 40s & 50s, Closure of Old Baths, Move to Atherton Baths,
Opening of New Baths, Jack Whittaker
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Long Distance Swimming, Channel Swim, First Mini Gala
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Alan Parry, Lesley Stones, Duncan Cleworth, 1976 Montreal Olympics, Centenary Dinner, First Club Trip, Ernest and Jennie
Chadwick
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The Club's Motor Coach, Resignation from Bolton & District, The Whelmar Gala, Loss of Free Water Time, First ASA Preliminary
Swimming Teachers Course
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International Visitors and Visits, Closure of Tyldesley Baths
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110th Anniverary, Entry into National Water Polo League, Teaching of Swimming - Public Meeting
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120th Anniversary, Leanne Stafford swims for Wales, Paul Cowburn, Michael Cowburn and Philip Stout play for England, swim
teams win Central Lancs Junior Swim League, Junior Jubilee, Junior Knock Out and Senior Swim League and water polo teams win
Northern Counties U18s and U16s competitions.
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Provides brief details and/or links to more detailed information for
some of the key events in the period 1997-2003
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Provides brief details and/or links to more detailed information for
some of the key events in the period 2004 - present.
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