Wild Swimming at Woodside Lodges Country Park

Discover the joy of wild swimming in a serene natural setting at Woodside Lodges Country Park. Our largest lake, nestled beside the picturesque Cider Mill Field, offers a tranquil and refreshing experience for swimmers. Fed by a natural borehole, creating an ideal environment for open water swimming – a rapidly growing activity celebrated for its physical and mental benefits.

Why Choose Wild Swimming at Woodside?

• Natural Experience: Enjoy swimming in a naturally replenished lake surrounded by breathtaking countryside.
• Versatile Water Activities: Guests staying at Woodside can launch their own kayaks, dinghies, or paddleboards free of charge.
• Community Favourite: Many visitors return time and again to enjoy this unique outdoor activity.

Day Visitors Welcome

Pricing:
£6 per person for up to an hour.

Availability:
September to April: Daily, between 10am and 3pm.
May to August: 10am to 3pm (Monday to Friday), 1pm to 4pm (Sunday).

Important:

All swimmers must check in and out at Reception.

On your first visit, you’ll be required to read and sign the terms, conditions, and rules for wild swimming. Read them here.

Make your visit to Woodside Lodges Country Park an unforgettable adventure with wild swimming and other water-based activities.

Pricing

Lake Swimming – £6.20
(to include booking fee and vat) per person for up to an hour. Please bring a buddy as no life guards on duty so no one can swim alone.

Public Swim and Sauna Sessions -55mins £15.20 per person
(to include booking fee and vat) Remember to book for your friends as no one can swim alone, no life guards on duty.

Private Group Sauna Booking for up to 8 people £100 – please call 01531670269 or email info@woodsidelodges.co.uk to book

Paddleboarding sessions (hire or bring your own) from £7 per person

Availability

Open all year around

Important: All swimmers must check in and out at Reception, please bring your friends, no one is allowed to swim alone – No life guards on duy.
On your first visit, you’ll be required to read and sign the terms, conditions, and rules for wild swimming, or have accepted them when booking online.
Make your visit to Woodside Lodges Country Park an unforgettable adventure with wild swimming and other water-based activities.