Wild swimming (or cold water therapy) – I’m sure you’ve seen its popularity soar lately and every man and his dog seem to be a self-proclaimed “wild swimmer” these days but what’s all the fuss about? Well, apart from its benefits in improving mental health, the fact it can boost your immune system, reduce body inflammation and it simply being an enjoyable past-time how about the news that it can increase endorphins too – and we all love some of those! Take a look at my blog posts below where you’ll find information on some of the best wild swimming spots in the UK as well as some helpful tips and advice for wild swimming safely.
Wild swimming tips and advice
Why everyone is wild swimming and why you should start too.
Ever wondered what wild swimming is and why it’s so popular? Read on to find out about the natural health benefits wild swimming can bring, how to start wild swimming, water safety advice and other tips.
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Peak District wild swimming locations
Exploring the Peak District’s hidden waterfalls; the Seven Waterfall Trail
A 6km walk to some of the best waterfalls in the Peak District and the perfect spots for a wild swim in summer. Download the route here and enjoy a hidden gem in the Peak District.
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Lake District wild swimming locations
Three Lake District waterfalls for wild swimming
Three waterfalls in the Lake District to visit and swim in including Whorneyside Force, Sour Milk Gill and the Thirlmere Infinity Pool. Includes route details for each waterfall and links to downloadable map routes.
Easy to find Lake District waterfall perfect for a wild swim.
One of the best and most accessible waterfalls and wild swimming spots in the Lake District just a 5 minute walk from the roadside near Ullswater.
Lake District Waterfalls; Whorneyside Force
Everything you need to know about finding Whorneyside Force in the Lake District with parking and downloadable route.
Yorkshire wild Swimming locations
10 Wild Swimming Waterfall Spots in the Yorkshire Dales
Ten of the best waterfall wild swimming locations in the Yorkshire Dales and how to find them.
Wild Swimming near York – Pool Bridge Farm
If you want to wild swim near York then Pool Bridge Farm is the perfect place. With four lakes, you can swim, kayak, paddleboard, take inflatables or even visit the sauna. Get all the details here.
Catrigg Force; wild swimming in a hidden gorge
All the details for Catrigg Force, one of the best waterfalls in the Yorkshire Dales, including the walking route and where to park as well as downloadable routes.
Wild swimming in the Yorkshire Dales -Cauldron Falls
One of the best waterfalls in the Yorkshire Dales for wild swimming. Cauldron Falls has a deep plunge pool and is a short walk from the village of West Burton.
Kisdon Force; one of the best wild swimming spots in the Yorkshire Dales
All the details for Kisdon Force, an incredible Yorkshire Dales waterfall perfect for wild swimming.
Janet’s Foss; wild swimming in the Yorkshire Dales
Janet’s Foss is a beautiful waterfall in the Yorkshire Dales that is a great place for wild swimming. Find out all the details here.
Aysgarth Falls; wild swimming in the Yorkshire Dales
Aysgarth Falls is a stunning Yorkshire Dales waterfall and is an excellent place to wild swim in the right conditions. Find out more here.
Yorkshire Dales waterfall – Hardraw Force
Everything you need to know about Hardraw Force waterfall in the Yorkshire Dales. Including how to get there, parking, cost and wild swimming.
Wild swimming at Swinton Estate
Everything you need to know about wild swimming at Swinton Estate in the Nidderdale Valley on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales.
Wild Swimming locations in Scotland
Waterfalls in Scotland: Grey Mares Tail
Everything you need to know about Grey Mares Tail waterfall in Kinlochleven including how to get there, parking, wild swimming and the via ferrata.