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Wild Water Swimming in Northumberland

1 Location
5 (1 review)

The Highlights

  • Cold water swimming
  • Swim in rivers, waterfalls, lakes & the sea
  • Inclusive for all abilities & skill levels
  • Across Northumberland & the North Pennines
  • No pressure to do anything you're uncomfortable with
  • 3-4 hour experience
  • Please note this is a weather dependent experience
  • Exchangeable Experience Gift
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5 (1 review)
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Valid for 12 Months

1 Location

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Northumberland

The Experience

Immerse yourself in the wonderful benefits of cold water swimming with an experience that will take your breath away (quite literally).

From waterfall pools and lakes to salty sea waves, you'll have the chance to explore the rugged outdoors and experience the invigorating freedom of wild water swimming. With the private one-to-one experience, it will be just you, your guide, and up to 3 friends or family members you choose to join you. 

This wild swimming adventure is perfect for all abilities and skill levels. Whether you think of yourself as slow, need frequent breaks, or have a chronic health condition, everyone is welcome. You won’t be expected to do anything you’re not comfortable with, so you can fully relax and let the cold water work its magic, boosting your mood, improving circulation, and enhancing your overall wellbeing.

Between each swim spot, you'll get to enjoy refreshing walks through stunning natural landscapes, adding another layer of wonder to this wellness experience. 

So grab your swimsuit, towel, and walking boots, and get ready to feel more alive than ever with this cold water swimming experience!

Important Information

For this private experience, it's just you, your guide, and up to 3 friends or family members you choose.

Locations 

This experience can take place in and around Northumberland and the North Pennines.

Adverse Weather Conditions

This experience will go ahead come rain or shine. However, in the event of adverse weather conditions, such as thunderstorms, flooding, or high surf, your experience may be postponed or moved to an alternative location.

Please let us know of any health conditions or concerns upon booking.

This experience runs seven days a week at various time slots throughout the day - subject to availability and appropriate weather conditions.

Experiences that include waterfall pools and river pools can only take place between May 1st and September 30th.

Sea swimming experiences can take place all year round but are very dependent on the weather and sea conditions.

Your voucher is valid for 12 Months from the date of issue.

Please note you must have booked and taken your experience before the expiry date.

  • You need to be able to swim at least one type of stroke.
  • The minimum age for this experience is 12 years old.
  • Children aged 12 and over must be accompanied by an adult.

The centres contracted with us hold public liability insurance. We also hold contingency liability cover. You will not be liable for accidental damage to equipment, except where damage has been caused as a result of recklessness or wilful negligence.

A cancellation indemnity, subject to terms, is included with every voucher.

Images are for illustrative purposes only. The experience may vary by location or availability. Please refer to the experience description for full details of what is included.

FAQs

What do I need to bring with me?

A swimsuit or shorts for the water. Feel free to wear a burkini, t-shirt and shorts, or leggings.

Waterproof walking boots or shoes, as it can get very muddy.

Warm, comfortable clothes for walking.

An extra warm layer to wear after wild swimming.

A waterproof jacket.

Waterproof over-trousers if the weather is bad. We'll be going out rain or shine unless there's a storm!

A warm hat for the wind and to warm up after the swim.

Gloves, as your hands can get surprisingly cold after swimming, even in the summer.

A sun hat and sunglasses on sunny days.

Walking socks.

Rucksack.

Walking poles if needed.

Swimming or diving shoes to protect your feet from rocks and weever fish.

Swimming or diving gloves to keep your hands warm.

A wetsuit for winter and early spring swims.

A towel or changing robe.

A flask for a hot drink post-swim.

A water bottle, at least 1 litre in size.

A filled hot water bottle if you feel you need it.

A sit mat to keep your bum dry.

Sunscreen, at least SPF 30.

Plenty of food and snacks.

A swim hat to protect your hair if desired.

Any medications you might need on the day.

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  • It was a beautiful experience and I loved it. I hadn’t swim in a waterfall before but it was magical. Hayley knew the area well and made great recommendations. She checked the safety elements all the time and kept checking in to see if I was ok. I would definitely recommend it!

    Anna 13 Sept 2025
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