Guided swims
Taking on a big swim doesn’t mean going it alone. We can organise your specific challenge, and make sure you are supported every step of the way.
For the love of cold water and good company
From famous crossings to quiet, lesser-known lakes, our guided swims offer safe, memorable experiences in some of the UK’s most beautiful locations.
Every guided swim includes:
FREE 10 week training plan included
Experienced, qualified guides
Photos and video of your day
Live tracking and social updates
Fundraising links shared on our platforms
Ratification (if requested) for MSF / BLDSA
Add the well earnt swim cap if you complete your swim
Buttermere
1.25 miles (crossing), other routes available
From £100 TBC on request
Small Lake, big atmosphere. Surrounded by steep fells, Buttermere is ideal for confidence-building swims, technique sessions or relaxed endurance training in a breathtaking setting. Fully tailored routes with clear safety cover, pacing guidance and supportive guiding throughout.
Crummock Water
2.5 miles (end to end)
Price on request
A hidden gem of the Lake District, Crummock offers a pure wild swim through rugged, dramatic scenery. Quieter than the larger lakes, it’s ideal for building confidence, refining open-water skills and enjoying a more remote crossing. We manage route planning, safety oversight and weather monitoring — you enjoy the swim.
Wastwater
2.8 miles (crossing)
From £150 TBC on request
Dramatic, deep and unforgettable — Wastwater is England’s deepest lake and one of the Lake District’s most striking settings. Remote and powerful beneath the Wasdale screes, it’s a truly wild and adventurous swim.We assess conditions, select the safest line and provide full safety cover so you can focus on rhythm and experience.
Bassenthwaite
4 miles (crossing, route dependent)
From £200 TBC on request
Wide, open and steady, Bassenthwaite is perfect for building endurance and developing open-water confidence over longer, consistent distances without marathon intensity. Includes full safety cover, route planning, pacing guidance and feed support where required.
Coniston Water
5.5 miles (one-way)
From £250 TBC on request
A true Lake District classic and often a swimmer’s first “big lake”. Coniston’s straight course makes it ideal for pacing practice, endurance progression and multi-hour open-water confidence. We provide full safety cover, briefing, pacing guidance, weather monitoring and photo/video capture.
Ullswater
7.2 miles (one-way), 14.4 miles (two-way)
From £450 TBC on request
Often called the “Lake District’s Lucerne”, Ullswater is wild, expansive and deeply rewarding. Its varied shape creates changing conditions that keep the swim engaging from start to finish. We handle safety cover, pacing, feeds, route briefing and live tracking so your day runs smoothly.
Windermere One-Way
10.5 miles (one-way)
From £550 TBC on request
England’s longest lake and a true endurance benchmark. This one-way crossing is all about patience, pacing and mental resilience over several steady hours in open water. Includes full safety cover, feed coordination, live tracking and experienced on-the-water support.
Windermere Double
21 miles (two-way)
From £800 TBC on request
A major step up in endurance, the Windermere Double requires disciplined pacing, structured feeding and resilience over 10–16+ hours depending on pace and conditions. We build the plan around you, with full safety cover, crew oversight, feeds and continuous condition monitoring.
Other guided swims
Bespoke – short crossings to multi-day
Price on request
Have a meaningful route, charity challenge or unique swim idea? We design bespoke guided swims tailored to your distance, location and goals — from single crossings to expedition-style adventures. Includes full route planning, risk assessment, safety oversight, pacing advice and experienced guiding support.
Big ideas? Not sure where to start? Book a free kick-start call with Karen
If you’ve got an idea, a dream route, or just a feeling that you’d like to do something extraordinary, Karen can help you shape it into a realistic, safe and achievable plan. On the call, you’ll cover expectations, what’s realistic, and the likely steps needed to get there.
