There's a swim for everyone
SwimWalk
A 2km wander through woodland and meadows of the River Hamble Country Park followed by a 40 minute downstream swim to the beach guided by Kirsty. From there it is a short uphill walk through the woods back to the car park.
The round trip takes about two hours. You don't need to be a strong swimmer, but you should be comfortable walking the distance, treading water and being out of your depth for the duration. The pace is leisurely breaststroke. Children are welcome if each are accompanied by an adult. Times vary as this swim is tide dependent.
Walking and swimming together - a beautiful way to experience the river and park around it.
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River Hamble Country Park, Southampton, SO31 1BH
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Tidal river
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Discounted, pay when you leave.
Lakeside Summer Sessions
Fornightly on a Wednesday evening throughout the summer at the Lakeside Country Park, Eastleigh. If you are training or want to swim some distance there is a 150m loop round the buoys or you may prefer to simply dip and chill, the choice is yours. There will also be two 30 minute stroke technique sessions during the evening as an optional extra.
The session will run from 18.15 to 20.15. You can arrive when it suits and stay in the water for as long or as little as you wish. You might want to bring a chair and relax and chat in the evening sun after your swim.
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Lakeside Country Park, Eastleigh, SO50 5PD
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Lake
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Free
Bespoke sessions
Kirsty can tailor make a one hour session just for you to improve your stroke technique, build water confidence or be guided through getting into the open water safely for the first time. Can be 1 to 1, 2 to 1 or a small group of friends.
“I have been "wild" swimming for decades - not competitively, but for relaxation in the natural environment. Since joining Kirsty's swim sessions I have met some lovely people and my swims are more fun and sociable as well as the safety aspect of swimming with others. I can't recommend it highly enough.”
— Chrissy