While wild swimming during the depths of winter might seem like a slightly mad idea, it's a pastime that's becoming hugely popular. In fact, part of the ritual of this slow living hobby often involves ...

A 'magical' tidal pool that's popular with wild swimmers has been praised as the 'perfect' spot for a winter swim. Found in ...

A 'magical' tidal pool that's beloved by wild swimmers has been hailed as the 'perfect' location for a dip. Located in Bude, ...

Charlotte Brynn winter swimming in Lake Willoughby. Photo courtesy of Charlotte Brynn/CNS Kate Kampner is a reporter with the Community News Service, part of the University of Vermont’s Reporting & ...

Closer to the road, Blea Tarn offers an accessible entry point for less experienced swimmers, with parking nearby and scenic walks to enjoy post-swim. Lake Bassenthwaite, quieter than Ullswater or ...

These properties offer easy access to enticing natural waters, from a crystal blue Caribbean cove to bracing Scottish lochs. By Tom Vanderbilt Tom Vanderbilt is the author of several books, most ...