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Swim the Lakes | Yoga & Wild Swimming Retreat

About The Retreat

On this retreat you’ll be discovering amazing wild swimming locations of the Lake District, before relaxing in complete luxury where your every wish will be catered for. The whole retreat will allow you to fully switch off and recharge in the most stunning of locations. Highlights include: ✨ Expert swimming guidance from the fabulous Gilly McArthur in some of the Lake District’s most beautiful wild swimming locations ✨ Unlimited access to Lake Windermere, diving into the crisp, clear waters, washing away all worries and stress at any time day or night ✨ Diving deeper into the concept of cold water swimming in your own skin. ✨ Warming up with herbal teas and wholesome cake post swim, whilst taking in the beauty of your surroundings ✨ Relaxing in a majestic Georgian manor house with its own lake frontage ✨ A variety of daily yoga sessions from energising morning practises to relaxing, meditative sessions in the evening ✨ Healthy, plant based, delicious meals made fresh for you each and every day ✨ Time to soak up the late summer sun in the beautiful gardens with panoramic views of Lake Windermere Everyone is welcome, so solo travellers, couples and friends come and be as active or relaxed as you like on this unique wild swimming retreat.

Itinerary

1Day 1

3:00PM - 5:00PM

Arrivals, tea & cake

5:00PM - 6:00PM

Meditation & yoga class

6:30PM - 8:00PM

Dinner, introduction to the weekend & each other

2Day 2

6:45AM - 8:15AM

Meditation & yoga class

8:15AM - 9:30AM

Breakfast

9:30AM - 10:00AM

Safety briefing & kit distribution

10:00AM - 12:00PM

Guided wild swim

12:00PM - 1:30PM

Lunch

1:30PM - 4:00PM

Free time to relax & massages

5:00PM - 6:00PM

Meditation & yoga class

6:30PM - 8:00PM

Dinner

3Day 3

6:45AM - 8:15AM

Meditation & yoga class

8:15AM - 9:30AM

Breakfast

9:30AM - 10:00AM

Safety briefing & kit distribution

10:00AM - 12:00PM

Guided wild swim

12:00PM - 1:30PM

Lunch

1:30PM - 4:00PM

Free time to relax & massages

5:00PM - 6:00PM

Meditation & yoga class

6:30PM - 8:00PM

Dinner

4Day 4

6:45AM - 7:45AM

Meditation & yoga class

7:45AM - 9:00AM

Breakfast

9:00AM - 10:00AM

Departures

What’s Included

  • Luxury accommodation with en-suite bathroom

  • Daily yoga and meditation sessions

  • Yoga equipment – mats/blocks/props

  • Daily unlimited wild swimming

  • Guided wild swim sessions

  • Transport to and from activity locations

  • Breakfast, lunch and two course evening meal, all vegetarian and plant based

  • Unlimited fruit, organic teas, coffee and fruit water

  • Linen, towels, shampoo and conditioner

  • The friendly host service of the retreat team throughout your stay

Not Included

  • Travel to and from the retreat

  • Travel insurance

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I come as a beginner?

Yes! This retreat is suitable for all levels of swimming ability and yoga experience. We will take care of you :)

How do I get from the train station to the venue?

The nearest station is Oxenholme with direct train links to London, taking just 3 hours from London Euston. Silverholme is situated a 30 min taxi ride from the station. Local taxi firms: Lakes Taxis 015394 46777 – Windermere Taxis 015394 44144

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