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    Scaling Dam Reservoir

    Borrowby, North York MoorsLakeScheduled sessions only

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

    Water
    Lake
    Entry
    £7 per session, or included in membership.
    Swim hours
    Open-water swimming sessions every Tuesday evening.
    Facilities
    Accessible fishing platform, accessible toilets, lodge shop, refreshments
    Lifeguard
    Water safety cover provided on the course.
    Managed by
    Scaling Dam Sailing Club

    Getting there

    Between Guisborough and Whitby, directly off the A171. Sat nav: TS13 4TP.

    54.5029, -0.8485

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    Rules to know before you go

    • Swimmers must be aged 12 or over.
    • Swimmers must be able to swim 500 metres confidently.
    • Swimmers aged 16 or under must be accompanied by an in-water adult.
    • Wild swimming is not permitted.

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    Questions about Scaling Dam Reservoir

    Can you swim at Scaling Dam Reservoir?

    Yes, during scheduled Tuesday evening open-water swimming sessions. Wild swimming is not permitted.

    Do you need to book Scaling Dam Reservoir?

    First come, first served; limited to 60 swimmers.

    Does it cost anything to swim at Scaling Dam Reservoir?

    £7 per session, or included in membership.

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