Wild Guide Wales and the Marches (Wild Guides)

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If you’re looking for wild swimming in Pembrokeshire, look no further than Barafundle Bay. This beach in Wales could easily be mistaken for a far-flung destination with its turquoise green-blue waters and warm sands. Find the glacially formed Llyn Padarn in the Snowdonia National Park, home to the famous Lone Tree. The lake is approximately two miles long and at its deepest point is 94 feet deep. This makes it one of the largest natural lakes in Wales.

Built by a local farmer, Wyn Mostyn Jones, this wild swimming in Wales spot is a tranquil location that has become one of Snowdonia’s key attractions. While we do not want to be the ones who give the location away, we can give a couple of clues to ease your search! At one time, the Welsh village of Talysarn was home to workers and industrial buildings from the old Cambrian slate mines, mines which put roofs over the heads of countless thousands of people in the 19th century and which still last to this day.Looking for places to go wild swimming near you? If so, brace yourself as you dive into our best wild swimming in Wales locations!

The managers of Enville & Stalybridge Estates have asked that we calrify that Shenstone Chapel is not accessible to the public. As well as legends, this wild swimming spot is home to a host of Welsh wildlife that you can admire while taking a dip! You are likely to see red kites, buzzards, carrion crows, and kestrels here! New from the award-winning Wild Guide series, with 600 secret adventures and 450 wilder places to eat and sleep. Taking you to places no other guidebook reaches If you’re looking for wild swimming in Wrexham, look no further than the Park in the Past in Caergwrle. Discover secret sandy beaches lapped by turquoise seas, and dramatic limestone cliffs honeycombed with sea caves; watch the sunrise from inside an ancient cromlech, and conquer ruined castles and snow-covered peaks; wander through enchanted woods and dive into crystal-clear waterfalls; descend into tunnels and caverns, or swim in a pure mountain tarn overflowing with legend. Then feast by the fire of a cosy inn and stargaze from your tent or sheepskin-strewn hideaway.Enjoy the linear walk along the Afon Neath for approximately 30 minutes, before finding this Welsh waterfall. Take the time to dip in your toes, swim beneath the water or splash about as you enjoy this deep forest setting. First on our guide to wild swimming in Wales is Pen-ffordd-goch Pond, also known as The Keeper’s Pond. Located on the hill above Blaenavon, this spot is ideal for a scenic swim as the sun sets over Monmouthshire. Llyn Idwal is a favourite amongst many for wild swimming in Wales. It’s easy to get to, making it accessible for families and those with dogs.

Sgwd Gwladys is arguably one of the best wild swimming in Wales spots there is, set amidst enchanting scenery. It is located near the village of Pontneddfechan and is an impressive 7-meter high waterfall. For those swimming, look forward to sharing the waters with torgoch, which is a rare type of Arctic char fish that has survived since the ice age. Choose to park in the nearby car park as a starting point for a hike up Blorenge Mountain. After a long hike on the mountain, look forward to returning to the water for a refreshing dip before heading home!during his rule). Beware, the water is freezing – legend has it the saint’s penance was to stand in it! After a cooling dip, be sure to explore the ‘ Roman Fort Project‘. The creation of a Roman and Iron Age Realm featuring a full-scale size Roman Fort and Celtic is the main objective of the park. They hope to make history by building the first authentic Roman fort in almost 2,000 years, using natural materials and construction techniques.