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    Rydal Water

    Rydal, Lake DistrictLakeFree, open all year

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    Rydal Water is a small lake where individual recreational swimming is allowed, with public access from routes near White Moss Common and Pelter Bridge.

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    Managed by
    Rydal Estates

    Getting there

    Rydal Water is close to the road between Grasmere and Ambleside. Public access to the shore is available from the White Moss Common and Pelter Bridge routes.

    54.4472, -2.9946

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    Rules to know before you go

    • Individual recreational swimming only.
    • Do not use canoes, kayaks or paddleboards.
    • Do not use rowing boats, sailing boats or powered craft.
    • Commercial activity requires agreement with Carter Jonas.

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    Questions about Rydal Water

    Can you swim at Rydal Water?

    Yes. Members of the public may swim at Rydal Water for individual recreational swimming. Commercial swimming activity requires agreement with Carter Jonas.

    Do you need to book Rydal Water?

    Commercial activity must be agreed with Carter Jonas.

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