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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.
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Swimming spot: Three Shires Head, Peak District
Suzie Wheway of Peak Swims is your guide to a lesser-trodden walk to Three Shires Head, where you can enjoy…
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Swimming spot: O’Sullivan’s Cascade, Kerry, Ireland
The Salty Sisters share one their favourite places for a waterfall walk and dip, backdropped by lush forest in the…
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Swimming spot: Afon Llugwy and Llynnau Mymbyr in Snowdonia
Swim guide Vivienne Rickman chooses two glorious places to swim in Snowdonia: Llynnau Mymbyr and a delicious pool in the…
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Swimming spot: Hurst Point Lighthouse, Hampshire
Enjoy a sea swim with a picture-postcard view of Hurst Point Lighthouse on the Hampshire Coast.
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A cross-country swim along St Patrick’s Stream
Lose yourself in nature on this sleepy spur of the Thames. Paul Mackenzie from Adventure Swims pioneers a cross-country swimming…
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Swimming spot: Black Moss Pot, Lake District
Suzanna Cruickshank is your guide to the high temple of places to wild swim in the Lake District
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Swimming spot: The Punchbowl, Brecon Beacons
Open water swim coach Ray Farr is your guide to one of her favourite swimming spots in the Brecon Beacons
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Omie Dale’s favourite places to swim in London
Kit editor Omie Dale chooses her top three places to swim in London
