Free, open all year1 miLanty Tarn
Watermillock
Ullswater
Watermillock, Lake DistrictLakeFree, open all year
Large open-access lake where swimming is allowed, with boat traffic and changing conditions requiring care.
- Water
- Lake
- Entry
- See official website
- Lifeguard
- No lifeguard
- Managed by
- Lake District National Park Authority
Getting there
Access the lake from public shore paths and beaches around Ullswater. Avoid marinas, jetties, ferry routes and boating channels.
54.5751, -2.8875
Get directionsRules to know before you go
- Swim close to the shoreline.
- Wear a bright swim cap and tow a bright float.
- Enter the water slowly.
- Check the weather and water conditions before swimming.
- Do not swim alone.
- Avoid ferry routes, marinas, jetties and boating channels.
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