Lake

Wyresdale Lake

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5.0

(1 review)

A lovely community of like minded swimmers. It's how I made so many great friends. The setting is amazing and the cafe after is such a treat. Set in a traditional greenhouse with log burners and hot water bottles.

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Fishing Lake with access for OWS via Attitude Swim Coaching website. £5 per hour session Mondays and Friday mornings. Pre-booking essential. Great cafe nearby, with hot water bottles on request. Good parking.

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Before you go

Cold water shock is real. Enter slowly and control your breathing.
Lake water can be much colder below the surface (thermocline)
Stay close to shore until you know the conditions
Watch for boat traffic and stay visible with a tow float
Check for blue-green algae warnings before swimming

Conditions change fast. Always check the latest data, read recent community reports, and swim within your ability.

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Is this lake safe for swimming?

Check the Conditions tab for surface state and wind conditions. Review the Quality tab if this is a designated bathing water. Always read recent community reports for local advice.

How cold is the water?

Check the Temperature tab for the current estimate and 7-day trend. Lakes hold heat longer than rivers but can develop a thermocline. The water below the surface can be dramatically colder.

What should I bring?

A tow float for visibility (especially important where boats operate), warm layers for after, and consider a wetsuit in colder months. Check for designated swimming areas.