Looking to explore some new wild swimming locations this summer? We're diving in to some of the best spots in Devon to inspire you, in collaboration with Active England Tours.
Join a superb swim journey designed for those who want a mixture of sea, estuary and lido swims in the most spectacular locations. Book soon to not miss out!
An Active England swimming summer holiday in Devon awaits…
We’ve been chatting with Tatty, Active England’s Lead Guide in the South West, about some
of the best swim spots in Devon she loves to take Active England guests to. These locations are for the wild dippers and swimmers and offer the perfect balance of exploration and relaxation.
Where to swim in the sea?
First up is the rarely visited Mothecombe Beach, nestled away in a sheltered, sandy
cove on the south coast of Devon. Its shallow waters makes for a perfect dipping spot, while more adventurous swimmers can swim across the bay at low tide.
The Devon swim holidays also involve a raid on Cornwall! Cawsands is a stunning swimming location with clear waters, a shingle bottom and notoriously calm waters.
Then there is Hope Cove near Salcombe– a beautiful spot for floating over the reef to take in the aquatic garden of seaweed and fish below.
Wild swim on Dartmoor
One of Tatty’s favourite wild swim spots is Sharrah Pool tucked away
in the heart of Dartmoor. Sharrah Pool is only accessible by foot – a beautiful 2 mile walk through the National Park. This magical location is surrounded by ancient woodland and offers a swimming experience like no other. It’s truly wild swimming at its best!
Lido swims
Next up is Tinside Lido – overlooking the sea in Plymouth. This 1935 Art-Décor lido was designed in 1935 by John Wibberley and is consistently voted in the top 10 of Europe’s
outdoor pools! It’s fabulous in every way, with fountains and projecting jetties. An experience not be missed!
Situated on the edge of the picturesque village of Chagford on Dartmoor is a splendid river-fed, open air Lido which you will visit for a relaxing late morning swim. This community-run lido is treasured by locals and visitors. It was hand-dug by villagers in the 1930s and remains a fabulous location for a dip.
BOOK YOUR SWIM TOUR
Small, friendly group tours (maximum 16 people) create the perfect opportunity to connect with like-minded people and make new friends all while exploring some truly iconic swim locations and landscapes. Active England can also create a private weekend or mid-week break for you to reconnect with a group of friends/family.
Fabulous, fun packed weekend with experienced guides.
“Guiding for Active England is truly special and creates the greatest memories for travellers and guides alike. Some of my favourite moments from last summer were created on tour in Devon with Active England and I can’t wait for this summer! From the guests, to
the locations, the culinary delights to the scenery and most of all the continuous hum of laughter above and below the water – you will leave feeling connected and full of life ”
Active England’s Regional Guide, Tatty | May 2022
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