Name: The Cold Water Retreat | Studland, Dorset
Start: 2024-02-02T00:00:00.000Z
End: 2024-02-04T00:00:00.000Z
Location: Studland BH19, UK

The Wild Swimming Co. Ltd

22 reviews

Feb 2 - 4, 2024

Group size: 1 - 22

The Cold Water Retreat | Studland, Dorset

Studland BH19, UK

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The Wild Swimming Co. Ltd

22 reviews

Feb 2 - 4, 2024

Group size: 1 - 22

The Dorm space | Our most popular choice

Share a dormitory room with 2 or 3 like minded people, ideal for solo travellers or friends alike. We'll put you all in contact via WhatsApp before the trip so as you can say hello. Inclusive of meals, all swims/ events and table wine.

£329

Deposit:£50

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Twin Room

Share a twin/ bunk for you and a friend or loved one @ £299 each inclusive of meals, all swims/ events. Suitable for all (including swimblers!).

£299

Deposit:£100

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Four Bed Bedroom for Four

Share a larger room for up to four in a double and bunk for less than £250 each inclusive of meals, all swims/ events. Larger groups possible with large discounts. Suitable for all (including swimblers!).

£249

Deposit:£200

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TWSCo. Swim Cap

£5

Order a branded TWSCo. swim cap in advance, either sky blue or orange. Collect on retreat

Day 1
Day 1
Delightful Dorset awaits
We meet at our accommodation for 1pm with homemade cake and a hot drink, before heading down to Studland Bay nature reserve (for sea horses!), to complete a swim clinic, come to this session armed with what you'd like to improve, such as new stroke, body position, breathing or efficiency.

We'll also have a sea salt sauna on the seafront for warming and dipping, a great experience!

We'll (hopefully!) enjoy a spectacular sunset at our secret sunset dip location before heading our for dinner at a local eatery.
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Day 2
Day 2
Wake me up buttercup
Early birds will be wowed by an outstanding sunrise dip with warm croissants.

Later a hearty breakfast will be followed by an iconic swim to Old Harry Rocks(based on conditions). A powerboat will whisk us back to shore in style before glorious homemade cake.

Warming soup and bread follows this outstanding swim.

An optional afternoon hike around the UK's only Super National Nature Reserve takes in Dorset mythology and amazing wildlife (this may involve a country pub).

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Day 3
Day 3
A spellbounding end
Wake up to a hearty breakfast before a drive out to Swanage's Old Pier, set off from a local's spot and take on the Three Piers Challenge, this TWSCo. favourite takes in an atmospheric old pier, a victorian pier and the town quay.

Oh, and more homemade cake, of course.

Carriages 1pm
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Day 1

Delightful Dorset awaits

We meet at our accommodation for 1pm with homemade cake and a hot drink, before heading down to Studland Bay nature reserve (for sea horses!), to complete a swim clinic, come to this session armed with what you'd like to improve, such as new stroke, body position, breathing or efficiency.

We'll also have a sea salt sauna on the seafront for warming and dipping, a great experience!

We'll (hopefully!) enjoy a spectacular sunset at our secret sunset dip location before heading our for dinner at a local eatery.

The Wild Swimming Co. Ltd

22 reviews

Incredible swimming holidays and events at iconic locations around the UK. Fabulous food, wonderful wines and accommodation come as standard alongside inclusive, breath taking swims and kind humans on our holidays. Our unique holidays focus on bringing new people to the best secret and most iconic swim spots from Cornwall, Devon & Dorset to North Wales and the Lake District, in exclusive, simple yet stunning accommodation with every detail taken care of. ✔ STA Open Water Swim Coaches ✔ Iconic Locations ✔ Lifeguard Led

My weekend retreat was a great holiday full of fun and and adventure. I felt very well.looked after, with great food, super itinerary of different swimming and dipping opportunities and challenges. Great information and guidance on swimming safety, open water swimming conditions and a great talk on tides and sea conditions. Absolutely the best staff and lifeguards continually looking after our safety. I really appreciate the hardwork and commitment of Richard, Mel, Becky and other lifeguards making my weekend so wonderful. Your support has increased my confidence and love of open water swimming. Pauline jones

By Pauline J for The Summer in Dorset Retreat on Aug 28, 2024

We had a wonderful swim retreat weekend in beautiful Dorset celebrating Fiona’s 60th birthday. The swims were the absolute highlight made possible by thoughtful planning, amazing local knowledge and the safety protocols in place. Thank you to the amazing team who looked after us so well, Rich, Mel, Becky, Elle and Hector. Sandyholme House was a great location, the catering absolutely hit the spot especially the post swim cakes. You were all so hospitable and nothing was too much trouble. Thank you for a memorable weekend.

By Kristina N for The Summer in Dorset Retreat on Aug 28, 2024

Thanks so much to Rich, Mel, Elle & Hector for a truly memorable weekend. I loved every minute. The swims were epic and the team do everything they can to make sure that everyone (whatever their swim level) has a wonderful experience. The team are so friendly and patient- answering all our questions to alleviate any worries and thinking of all the details to ensure a smooth experience. The food was great- particularly the handmade pizzas, their knowledge and experience was 5 star. I’d highly recommend their retreats to anyone who enjoys swimming and beautiful natural environments. It was a perfect way to forget the daily demands of a busy life.

By Michelle L for The Summer in Dorset Retreat on Aug 20, 2024

Really enjoyed this retreat, great swims and dips, good food (lots of lovely post-swim cake!), knowledgeable and friendly instructors and staff. Also a lovely partner the world which I hadn't previously visited. Would definitely recommend it!

By Sarah K for The Summer in Dorset Retreat on Aug 20, 2024

What a great few days! The Wild Swim Co were wonderful hosts, who loved sharing their favourite swim spots with us. They are passionate about what they do and their enthusiasm was so appreciated. The house was perfect for the trip and we had an enormous bedroom with very comfy twin beds. The food was excellent, such as the homemade pizzas, granola, pancakes, millionaire shortbread. The evening talk on tides was really helpful. The beach sauna was bliss! The other swimmers were a lovely crowd from all over the UK. The whole team were so kind and helpful. We left tired and happy from our lovely dips and swims, from sunrise to sunset. Thank you Rich, Mel and the team!

By Sophie C for The Summer in Dorset Retreat on Aug 18, 2024

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