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Discover outdoor swimming destinations through the eyes of swim explorers. From British gems like Cornwall and the Lake District to exotic locales like Greece and Mexico, swimmers share their magic spots. With inspiration and practical tips, find your next memorable swimming holiday.

Discover the wonder of winter in Estonia

While many countries endure winter, Estonians celebrate it. Ella Foote heads to snow covered Estonia to understand why it should…
How to plan and prepare for a swim holiday

An island in the middle of the Atlantic inspired Ben Lane to dip into a swim holiday in Madeira. But…
The diary of a Greek Odyssey

Is there anything more poetic than swimming 100km to save a museum?
Beyond the desert: wild swimming in Morocco’s heartland

Morocco’s outdoor swimming secrets lie inland, where rivers carve through ancient gorges and mountain lakes glisten under the North African…
Unlocking cultural significance through adventure swim travel

Adventure swimming is more than just a test of endurance; it is a gateway to deeper connections with the natural…
Staying safe on swim travels

Swimming in new places may expose you to new and unknown hazards, so take extra care, says Simon Griffiths.
Trentino beyond the snow

Northern Italy is famous for its snowy mountain range and ski resorts, but there is much more on offer at…
From Russia with love

The popularity of outdoor swimming in Russia is steadily growing these days, Eugene Gerden reports.
Beta Cottage, Suffolk: a place to swim, rest and create

Planning swim holidays and trips yourself can be tricky when there are so many wonderful places to stay in the…
Weekend swim break: Cedar Manor, Lake District

Ella Foote heads to Cedar Manor, Windermere, for an indulgent afternoon tea, fell walks and cool dips in lakeland tarns.
Best books for wild swimmers

Whether you want to discover new wild swimming locations, pore over nature writing at its most lyrical, lose yourself in…
Weekending: Oakhill Ponds

Weekend escapes with a swimming opportunity – this month Ella Foote heads to Oakhill Ponds, Somerset, for a cool dip…
A swimming cruise in Poros, Greece

Mariana Santos joined Olympian Ioannis Drymonakos for a week of swimming around beautiful islands and across hidden bays
Weekend swim retreat: Creeside, Dumfries & Galloway

Abi Whyte heads to an overlooked part of Scotland to explore its rivers, lochs and coast, and for a much…
Northumbrian rivers and Roman remnants

Susanne Masters seeks rivers, waterfalls and Roman remnants on her wild swimming holiday in Northumberland.
Seaweed creations

Ella Foote heads to Dorset seeking seaweed and sea swimming and to learn how to create a lasting memory from…
Weekend swim retreat: Buck’s Coppice, Dorset

Yvonne Turner, our Head of Brand Partnerships, enjoyed a swimming weekend in Dorset with her husband, Ali, and children (George,…
A swim under the midnight sun

Matt Newbury travelled to Lapland with his husband Aaron and friend Queenie to take part in a truly unique swim…
The Coastal Cafe Guide: Eating on the edge

From coffee and pastry horse boxes to street-food trucks and gourmet seafood bars: The Coastal Café Guide has got your…
Weekending: Pier House, Charlestown

Weekend escapes with a swimming opportunity. This month Ella Foote heads to Pier House, Charlestown for sea dips and pub…
The Lido Guide: Stonehaven Open Air Swimming Pool

Emma Pusill, author of the newly updated The Lido Guide, lets the train take the strain and finds that an…
Fit for a poet: a swimmer’s guide to Lausanne

Jo Tinsley hops on the train to Lausanne, Switzerland, to explore its lakeside beaches and open-air pools
Top 6 wild swimming walks in Eryri

Emma Marshall, author of a new guide book Wild Swimming Walks Eryri/Snowdonia shares six of her favourite swim-hikes in the…
9 wild swims in the South West

Daniel Start, author of the newly expanded Wild Guide South West, selects his favourite wild swims in the West Country.
Weekend swim break: Yorkshire Spa Retreat, North Yorkshire

Digital editor Abigail Whyte had a birthday to remember at this natural spa retreat in the North York Moors.