Wild Swim Atlas

    Wild swimming in North York Moors

    3 places to swim in North York Moors, each checked for public access. Open a spot for its season, booking rules and how to get there.

    3 spots listed2 lakes and tarns1 sea pool

    3 spots in North York Moors

    Scheduled sessions only

    Scaling Dam Reservoir

    Lake
    Borrowby

    Scheduled open-water swimming takes place at Scaling Dam Reservoir every Tuesday evening.

    Swimming reported

    Gormire Lake

    Lake
    Thirlby

    Natural lowland lake beneath Whitestone Cliff in the North York Moors National Park.