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Open water swimming in Worcestershire
A calm, spring-fed lake in Hartlebury — lifeguarded sessions, excellent water quality, and a friendly swimming community.
💡 Here for a steady winter swim?
We’re currently on the winter timetable for experienced swimmers aged 18+ (cold water conditions). Want to skip ahead? Choose an option below, then hit Book Now.
Prefer the quick route? Jump to the options.
Before you book (the quick answers)
Winter = experienced swimmers
18+ during winter months, with cold-water confidence.
18+ during winter months, with cold-water confidence.
Tow float is mandatory
Required for every session.
Required for every session.
Lights for evenings
Bring a light for later sessions / low light.
Bring a light for later sessions / low light.
Cosy after-swim vibe
With regular swim social events.
With regular swim social events.
Hot drinks & cakes
Available after the sessions.
Available after the sessions.
Bulk Swim Passes
Bulk buy a pass of 10 tickets and save £10
Bulk buy a pass of 10 tickets and save £10
What to expect
Swim in a calm, scenic open water lake surrounded by Worcestershire countryside — a peaceful and friendly place for fitness, wellbeing, and a proper outdoor reset. Every session is supervised by qualified lifeguards.
SEE AVAILABILITY & BOOK ONLINEChoose your swim option
Pick what you’re here for — regular open water swims, special swims, or skills & confidence-building courses. Then hit Book Now to choose a date and time.
Open Water Swimming
Best for: regular swims & wellbeing sessions
- Winter timetable: currently active (18+)
- Safety: lifeguarded sessions
- Must-have: tow float (mandatory)
- Evenings: bring a light when it’s dark
- After-swim: fire pit + hot drinks & cakes
Special Swims
Includes: Moon swims & clothing optional swims
- Vibe: something a bit different (often social)
- Safety: lifeguarded & clearly managed
- Must-have: tow float (mandatory)
- Low light: lights required where relevant
- Good to know: details vary by event
Open Water Swimming Courses
Includes: Cold Water Immersion Course & Front Crawl Clinics
- Best for: confidence, technique & safe progress
- Cold water: learn smart acclimatisation
- Skills: front crawl coaching & tips
- Supportive: friendly, structured sessions
- After: you’ll feel more capable (and calmer)
Timetable note: we’re on the winter schedule right now — spring timetable returns in a few weeks.
What to bring
A simple checklist so you arrive ready and feel confident in the water.
- Tow float (mandatory for all swims)
- Light for evening/low-light swims (required when it’s dark)
- Swim hat + goggles
- Towel and a warm layer for afterwards
- Warm drink / snacks (or treat yourself at the café after)
- Waiver done before arrival (signal can be patchy on site)
Full details (timetable, safety, special swims & courses)
Open Water Swimming sessions (Winter timetable)
Winter timetable: we’re currently running a winter schedule for experienced swimmers aged 18+. In cold water conditions (below 12°C), confidence and cold-water experience are required.
Winter timetable (current):
- Tuesday: 6–7pm
- Wednesday: 2–3pm & 6–7pm
- Thursday: 6–7pm
- Friday: 7:30–8:30am
- Saturday: 10–11am
- Sunday: 10–11am
- Safety: every session is supervised by qualified lifeguards.
- Tow floats: mandatory for all swimmers.
- Evening swims: lights required when it’s dark / low light.
- After-swim: fire pit & cosy social area, plus hot drinks & cakes after every session.
- Passes: Buy a pass of 10 swims & save £10.
Timetable note: the spring timetable returns in a few weeks.
Special Swims (Moon swims & clothing optional swims)
Special swims are event-style sessions — a fun twist on your usual swim. Exact timings and any extra requirements are shown in the booking description.
- Safety first: lifeguarded, managed sessions with clear guidance on arrival.
- Tow floats: mandatory.
- Low light: bring a light when it’s dark (especially for moon swims).
- Good to know: event details vary — please check the description at booking.
If you’re unsure whether a special swim is right for you, the FAQs usually cover the quickest answers.
Courses (Cold Water Immersion Course & Front Crawl Clinics)
Want more confidence, safer cold-water habits, or stronger technique? Our course options are designed to feel structured, supportive, and practical. Great for experienced swimmers and newbies alike.
- Cold Water Immersion Course: learn safe acclimatisation, what “good” cold-water responses look like, and how to build confidence.
- Open Water Front Crawl Clinics: technique coaching and tips to help you swim smoother and feel more efficient.
- What to expect: clear guidance, friendly coaching, and a pace that meets you where you are.
Course dates and booking options: are listed on our trainer’s website — view courses & dates here .
Safety essentials (quick read)
Your safety is our top priority. Here are the key non-negotiables for winter sessions:
- Tow float: mandatory for all swimmers.
- Lights: required for evening/low-light swims.
- Winter age rule: 18+ during winter months.
- Cold-water confidence: experienced swimmers only in winter conditions.
- Lifeguards: on duty throughout every session.
