Join us Saturday 5th September through to Sunday 6th September for a challenging fundraising event at Whitmore Lakes. Imagine a full day and night by the water…the sound of steady strokes, quiet determination, and a shared sense of purpose carrying everyone through. The 24 Hour Festival of Swimming isn’t just an event; it’s an experience […]
Julie-Ann has always swum. If there was water, she’d be in it. But for the past six years, she has fully embraced open water swimming and dipping, becoming deeply involved in the community and loving every minute of it. I on the other hand have up until recently been a casual observer, a driver to […]
What started as a good idea on a warm sunny August evening turned into 12 intrepid swimmers taking on the Cool Mile in Liverpool on the 26th October… with water temperatures of 10.4°, into the cold we ventured! An amazing day was had by all – nerves turned to excitement, excitement turned to a sense […]
“I think I’ve just rediscovered joy to be honest”…. Back track to the summer of 2024, a yoga and wild swimming retreat with dipping in Coniston Water & Loughrigg Tarn. Dot had come along, and by her own admission, she was scared. Scared of the water, scared of the cold, scared of the deep. But […]
World Mental Health Day takes place every year on the 10th October. Highlighting the importance of mental health, challenging stigmas and identifying the tools and techniques to protect and improve our mental wellbeing; especially as we begin to enter the Winter months. For some, that tool is a journal. For others, it’s therapy, hobbies or […]
As the seasons shift from summer to autumn and autumn into winter, there’s a special kind of excitement that comes with the colder water. The sensation of a crisp, icy dip and the tingle of fresh cold on your skin is exhilarating. Add to that the warmth of the autumn sun on your face, and […]
Young swimmers looking to build confidence and gain valuable skills in open water will have the chance to earn a nationally recognised Swim England qualification this August — right here at Whitmore Lakes. The new Open Water Swimming Certificate programme will run every Wednesday morning throughout August, offering a mix of theory and practical learning […]
On June 21, some of our regular swimmers took on the legendary Chillswim Coniston End to End – a 5.25-mile open water challenge through one of the Lake District’s most iconic lakes. With nine waves and nearly 900 competitors, it was a truly unforgettable day. Many of our team had spent weeks preparing at Whitmore Lakes, […]
Tuesday nights at Whitmore Lakes are making a splash — with the launch of Osprey Tuesday, a new open water swimming initiative that’s already drawing comparisons to the hugely popular Parkrun. Taking place every Tuesday from 6:00 to 7:30 PM at Osprey Lake, the sessions are designed to offer something for everyone — from experienced […]
