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Family Holidays on the shores of Loch Long, with wild swimming right on your doorstep.

This group accommodation also welcomes individuals and families during the summer months. Perfectly situated on the banks of Loch Long, it offers easy access to wild swimming in the loch. A great base for a few days away with a range of other outdoor activities, including kayaking, paddleboarding, diving, walking, and mountain biking, with opportunities to hire equipment or book an instructor.

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bench on beach at Ardentinny Outdoor Centre

Wild swimming at Rookhow, Lake District

Rookhow Bunkbarn is just a short walk away from High Dam, one of the favourite wild swimming spots in the Lake District. Nestled in the Rusland valley between Windermere and Coniston, you can walk through quiet country lanes and over the hill to the picturesque dipping and picnic spot. Rookhow Bunkbarn sleeps 16. Yurt and Quaker Meeting House provide more sleeping and group activity space. Maximum of 30 staying on site. 12 acres of temperate rainforest (with campfire) all to yourselves.

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Love open air swimming? Then you’ll love Ingleton Hostel

This gem of a hostel in the Yorkshire Dales, nestling among the Three Peaks, boasts a clear, cool refreshing open air pool right outside. What more could you ask for? Stay a few days and swim, walk and cycle to your heart’s content. Or you may prefer to just rest, relax and recharge amid the stunning scenery to the rythmic splash of fellow swimmers.

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Anglesey Vitamin Sea

The great benefit of being on an island means that you can always go for a sea swim somewhere no matter what the weather. Anglesey Outdoors is just a 10 minute walk to the nearest beach for a swim, free dive or just a paddle.

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Wild Swimming in Eryri

Lodge Dinorwig is perfectly placed for wild swimming adventures in Snowdonia. From the clear waters of Llyn Padarn just below us to hidden lakes and rivers nearby, it’s a swimmer’s dream. We’ll point you to our favourite spots, where to hire kit and how to cool off in style after a hike.

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Wild Swimming at Loch Lomond

Be surprised by the wide sandy beaches along Loch Lomond – or just drop into Balmaha Bay, directly opposite Balmaha Bunkhouse! After your dip enjoy our freindly communal spaces and comfortable private bedrooms rooms inspired by our beautiful surroundings in spring and summer; from yellow gorse and purple heather, to the clear blue waters and lush greenery of Loch Lomond.

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balmaha bunkhouse and hostel taken over the loch

Christmas and New Year in our Lake District cosy bunkbarn

Surprisingly we have availability over Christmas and New Year at Rookhow!! Enjoy our cosy bunkbarn with woodburners (logs included) and underfloor heating. Sleeps 16. Hire the Meeting House too for group space or extra sleeping. Bring your hot water bottles if you want to stay in the yurt! You’ll get 12 acres of woodland to yourselves, so enjoy some toasted marshmallows and warm mince pies around the campfire :)🥰😋 Contact us if you’re interested, Sue & Kath (Tel 07377 971783 (Email- [email protected])

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Wild swimming in sheltered and scenic Ilfracombe Harbour

lfracombe offers several options for wild swimming, a unique one is Larkstone Cove. Best at high tide this is open for swimming, with a buoyed area protecting it from the working harbor. Close by on the harbour is the cool, clean and friendly Ocean Backpackers Hostel. With excellent facilities for groups, families and solo travellers, the hostel welcomes guests on a budget who enjoy a chat with like minded souls and have a love of the great outdoors!

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cold water swimmers on the ebach at ilfracombe

A Wild Swimming Gem On Your Doorstep, You’ll Love It – Discounts for Longer Stays.

Cardigan Bay stands out as a haven for wild swimmers, offering a truly immersive experience amidst nature’s splendour. With its crystal-clear waters, diverse marine life, and dramatic coastline, this bay has become a magnet for adventure-seekers and nature lovers alike. As Rachel said of Ty Cwch Boathouse in Cwmtydu , “This is a perfect location for a group of wild women to walk, talk, swim, kayak and paddleboard. Oh and eat”…

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sunset over cardigan bay ideal for wild swimming

Rhythm and Blues Bank Holiday Festival!

The Rhythm and Blues festival is back for this year in the small village of Colne – just a 15 minute drive from Earby Hostel! Prepare yourselves for three incredible days of live music, one of the best value music festivals in the UK, Earby Hostel is a cosy, historic hostel with large kitchen & dining room, private bedrooms, large wildlife garden, private parking for 6 cars and good transport links.

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Mystery & Adventure on Pendle…

Book a stay at the Downham Camping Barn, nestled in the heart of the Trough of Bowland on the skirts of iconic Pendle. No matter what the vicissitudes of the Lancashire weather this prominent and unforgettable landmark is mesmerizing in its minute by minute changability of weather and light. Steeped in legend, abounding in the natural flora and fauna of the South Pennines, come and enjoy a few days respite from the digital age in our stone tent and experience the very real natural magic of a very special corner of Lancashire.

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Downham camping barn with vehicle parking

Swim in the River Llugwy just behind Base Camp Snowdonia

What could be better a morning dip in the crystal clear waters of the river Llugwy which runs through Betws-y-Coed, before you retrun to the comfort of Base Camp Snowdonia where you can rustle up a cooked breakfast in the self catering kitchen? Not a morning dipper? How about a refeshing evening splash around after a busy day exploring the local walks and mountains? Whenever you like to take the plunge into the waters of Snowdonia, Base Camp Snowdonia and the river in Betws-y-Coed are waiting for you.

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Walks with your dog: Walking trails local to Earby Holiday Hostel

This is our lovely hostel dog Bramble taking a breather at the top of Skiddaw during a recent trip. Although the Lake District is completely beautiful and such a special place, it got us thinking about the merits of the Yorkshire Dales, Bowland Forest and other local walks with or without your dog. You don’t always need to travel as far North as the Lake District for dramatic landscapes and beautiful views.

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