
Our Loughrigg, Lakes & Lilies wild swim is one of our most popular Adventure Swim Days. It has just the right mix of swimming and walking and is a relaxing way to enjoy the best of Lake District wild swimming in one of our favourite and most frequented swimming locations. Set in the Vale of the Lake District Poets this classic low-level walk links our fave tarn and small lakes to offer you an outdoor swimming experience that will make you smile whenever you remember it.
Swim ability & Fitness: Suitable for novice & experienced outdoor swimmers. Good walking fitness is necessary.
Booking essential: via www.swimthelakes.co.uk, 015394 33826 or click the direct link to our website on this page.
Welcome to Swim the Lakes, located in Ambleside at the heart of the Lake District since 2005.
Our passion lies in swimming within this stunning landscape, and we invite you to experience this wild swimming paradise alongside our friendly team.
Join us for an Adventure Swimming Day in the Lake District, or extend your stay with our Adventure Swimming Breaks. If you're short on time, dive into a guided Short Wild Swim, or get acquainted with the water through our popular Introduction to Open Water Swimming course.
We offer a fully stocked outdoor swimming shop both online and in Ambleside, featuring all the wetsuits and equipment you need. Additionally, we provide a wetsuit fitting service at our Ambleside location to help you find the perfect fit.
We look forward to seeing you in the water soon!
Swim the Lakes - Ambleside.
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