Top 3 refreshing spots to go wild swimming in the UK

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May 14, 2015 4:01 PM

While the UK’s beaches will start filling up with bodies in bikini’s and shorts, there are loads of secret, more secluded spots to go for a dip. They are just waiting to be discovered.

Ullswater, Cumbria

With summer just around the corner, it could be a good time to add some wild swimming to your vacation plans.

While the UK’s beaches will start filling up with bodies in bikini’s and shorts, there are loads of secret, more secluded spots to go for a dip. They are just waiting to be discovered.

Please remember to follow water safety codes and pay attention to local safety signs when swimming.

Here are 3 more places to add to your list this summer:

Lake Windermere, Cumbria.

Swimming is allowed in most of the Lake districts lakes but Windermere, wich is the largest natural lake in the country at ten and a half miles long, is one of the most spectacular. Nearby Ambleside or Lakeside are very good bases to stay.

Llyn Idwal, Snowdonia.

You’ll need to be very strong to brave the icy depths of this lake but it’s totally worth it – the views from the crystal clear water are completely stunning. The Pebble Beach at the northwestern side offers the easiest access.

Hampstead Ponds, London.

Hampstead Heath in London boasts a series of wonderfully refreshing ponds that offer men’s, women’s and mixed bathing. The men’s and women’s ponds are the only life-guarded open water swimming facilities open to the public every day of the year.

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