Wild Swim Atlas

    Semer Water

    Semer Water Nature Reserve, Bainbridge, Yorkshire DalesLake on River BainSwimming allowed

    Directions
    Getting there

    Semer Water is a natural glacial lake where swimming and watersports are allowed with a ticket.

    Water
    Lake, River Bain
    Entry
    Car park ticket: £1.30 for up to 2 hours, £1.80 for 2–4 hours, £3 all day., booking required in season
    Swim hours
    Open throughout the year.
    Facilities
    Car park
    Lifeguard
    No organised groups.
    Managed by
    Low Blean Farm

    Getting there

    Take the A684 Leyburn-Hawes road and exit at Bainbridge; follow signs for Semer Water. Park at Low Blean Farm and use the footpath across the fields, or use limited parking at Stalling Busk.

    54.2809, -2.1249

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    Rules to know before you go

    • Use a tow float so other users can see you.
    • Obtain and display a day ticket before starting the activity.

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    Questions about Semer Water

    Can you swim at Semer Water?

    Yes. Swimming is allowed in Semer Water. A day or car-park ticket is required before swimming.

    Do you need to book Semer Water?

    Day tickets are required before swimming or other activities.

    Does it cost anything to swim at Semer Water?

    Car park ticket: £1.30 for up to 2 hours, £1.80 for 2–4 hours, £3 all day.

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