MAKE A SPLASH - WILD SWIMMING
- marcusawray
- 3 days ago
- 2 min read
Wild swimming has become very popular over the last few years and North Yorkshire has some great locations. Here are a several spots to visit, ‘water’ you waiting for...
SWINTON ESTATE
Distance - 10 miles, 23 Mins Drive
The Swinton Estate near Masham has a secluded woodland lake with a purpose-built swimming platform which is open to the public. You could have an early morning swim at sunrise or a late evening swim at sunset.
ELLERTON PARK
Distance - 25 miles, 30 Mins Drive
Ellerton Park, situated between Richmond and Northallerton, is a must for the more experieinced open water swimmers and triathletes. It is a large lake surrounded by beautiful countryside, with many waterfalls in the area descending into pools to swim in. You can find your perfect waterfall swim online.
SEMER WATER
Distance - 35 miles, 70 Mins Drive
Semer Water, Upper Wensleydale is the second largest natural lake in North Yorkshire, surrounded by beautiful countryside it is a great spot for wild swimming . Perfect for new open water swimmers.
SEA SWIMMING
Distance - 25 miles, 30 Mins Drive
If you prefer the sea, North Yorkshire has over one hundred miles of coastline to choose from, with many having a Seaside Award for water standards: Filey, Runswick Bay, Cayton Bay, Robin Hoods Bay, Sandsend, Scarborough North Bay and Whitby which is also a blue flag beach. Find more information here:
PLEASE BE SAFE
Take care when open swimming – novice or experienced, be aware of: cold water currents and underwater features like submerged rocks and don’t swim out of your ability. Make sure you are accompanied by someone for your safety and adhere to all safety rules and notices.
