Wild Swim Atlas

    Stanwick Lakes

    Stanwick, NorthamptonshireLake on Solstice LakeBooked sessions only

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    Organised, lifeguarded open-water swimming is available at Stanwick Lakes during booked summer sessions.

    Water
    Lake, Solstice Lake
    Entry
    £6 for one hour; £10 for two hours; £24 for the 20 June night swim., booking required in season
    Swim hours
    Friday 6pm–7pm or 7pm–8pm during scheduled sessions; some dates have revised times.
    Facilities
    Tow-float hire
    Lifeguard
    Lifeguards and on-water safety staff present.
    Managed by
    Stanwick Lakes

    When you can swim

    Open to swimmersClosed to swimmers

    Getting there

    Follow signs to the lake entrance point and check in with the Swim Director.

    52.3371, -0.5802

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    Rules to know before you go

    • Wear a brightly coloured swim hat.
    • Use a tow float.
    • Follow the prescribed swim course.
    • Do not swim outside organised session times.

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    Questions about Stanwick Lakes

    Can you swim at Stanwick Lakes?

    Yes, but only during organised, booked swimming sessions in the approved area. Wild swimming elsewhere on the site and outside session times is prohibited.

    Do you need to book Stanwick Lakes?

    Drop-in swimmers are not permitted. Swimmers must enter only during organised sessions.

    Does it cost anything to swim at Stanwick Lakes?

    £6 for one hour; £10 for two hours; £24 for the 20 June night swim.

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