Friday 25th July 2025 I went to the Design Museum with my dad to see the Splash! A Century of Swimming and Style, we travelled there on the Elizabeth line from Ilford to Paddington where I walk through to see the Paddington Bear statues and went to the shop where I bought my Paddington in Peru Merchandise then went on the Circle line from Paddington to High Street Kensington. The exhibition dives into design’s role in shaping our relationship with swimming, both in the water and beside it. The exhibition’s story starts in the 1920s, when swimwear began to be marketed for swimming rather than the Victorian’s preference for bathing, and when beach holidays exploded in popularity. It explores right up to the present day, and swimming’s role in modern life such as how it influences and subverts our ideas of body autonomy and agency, as well as its link to environmental issues. Below are some pictures from my day and my food, also if you like reading my blog please comment.
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Hi Nathan the photos were very interesting, you must love looking at all museums take care .
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Very interesting blog Nathan, I might try to visit this exhibit myself!
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A really great blog I love your days out and the old swimwear from the old days was very interesting , Glad to see you got Paddington bear on your blog, Well done Nathan.
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Great blog Nathan and it looked very interesting , glad you got to see Paddington bear as well xxx
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All looks great Nathan, I think Daniel would be interested in this! Thanks for sharing
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This looks like another absolutely brilliant day you’ve had with your Dad Nathan, from someone who swims regularly, I found your subject for today so interesting . After coming back from swimming & settling down to have dinner & watch TV, I thought I should check my emails etc & I saw a missed message from you & my other friend so I apologise my superstar friend for taking so long. I love everything about your superb day babe & thank you so much for sharing your amazing day & brilliant photos XXX ❤️
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That’s looks great very interesting x
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Hooray, Paddington back in all his glory!
A super interesting blog Nathan. I struggled to swim as a youngster, but in my later years realised the benefits of this great activity.
I always have a spring in my step after reading your blogs Nathan – thank you!
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Looks like a very interesting day out Nathan. I also like your funky SpongeBob tops!
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Another interesting blog, Nathan, and so interesting about the history of swimming. Looking forward to seeing you. With love from Jean x
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Hi Nathan,
You always find the most interesting museums and exhibitions. This one looked great.
I am so happy that you went to see Paddington Nathan, as this makes my Saturdays a jolly one.
Thanks for sharing!
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A great day out Nathan! I especially love the photos with Paddington and the Lego one! Thanks for sharing with us. Xx
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Nathan that was a great little exhibition thanks
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What an interesting blog post Nathan! Plus yummy food as always! Xx
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Aw wow Nathan! Looks like you had a great time and took lots of great photos! Very impressed! The food looks very yummy! Can’t wait for the next blog xxxxxxx
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Wow that food looks delicious I’m sure there’s some LEC staff members that would look good in those outfits thanks for sharing your day out. I love seeing what you get up to
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Great blog day Nathan. Next time I would like to visit the Museum with you? Xxxx