Wild Family Swim

Family Swim Sessions at Wild Wood UK

Make a splash and create unforgettable family memories.

Our Family Swim Sessions offer a safe, supervised way for children and parents to enjoy open water swimming together in our beautiful countryside lake.

Whether it’s your child’s first outdoor swim or a family adventure, you’ll enjoy fresh air, time in nature and plenty of fun on the water.

After your swim, relax around the fire pit with a hot drink and one of Gee’s delicious homemade bakes.

🧭 Important Information

  • Family Swim Sessions are suitable for children aged 7–16 years.

  • Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult on a 1:1 basis.

  • The accompanying adult and child must remain together in the water throughout the session.

  • Children should be able to confidently swim at least 25 metres.

  • All sessions must be booked online in advance. We are unable to accept payment on site.

  • We operate a strict 24-hour cancellation and rescheduling policy. If you need to cancel or move your booking, this must be completed more than 24 hours before your session.

  • Please do not contact Mannie to amend your booking. Wild Wood UK is run by a one-person administration team, and bookings can easily be managed using the link in your booking confirmation email.

  • Eligible cancellations will be refunded manually. Please allow a few working days for refunds to be processed.

  • All participants must attend the safety briefing before entering the lake.

  • Sessions are fully lifeguard supervised.

  • Tow floats must be worn where required. Tow floats are available to hire during booking or on arrival (subject to availability).

  • Inflatables are encouraged, provided they are used safely and children remain supervised by the accompanying adult at all times.

  • Noodle floats are available to borrow free of charge during your visit (subject to availability).

  • Sorry, dogs are not permitted.

🎒 What to Bring

  • Swimwear

  • Towel

  • Warm clothing for afterwards

  • Tow float (if required)

  • Water shoes (recommended)

  • Bright swim cap (recommended)

  • Inflatables (optional)

☕ Stay a Little Longer

After your swim, relax around the fire pit and enjoy:

  • Self-service tea and coffee (payable via QR code)

  • Complimentary light snacks

  • Gee’s delicious homemade bakes

🌿 Why Families Love Wild Wood

  • Safe, supervised open water swimming

  • A beautiful natural setting

  • Time away from screens and into nature

  • A fun way to build confidence in the water

  • Quality family time outdoors

🗓 How to Book

  1. Choose your Family Swim session.

  2. Complete your booking online.

  3. Arrive ready for your family adventure.

Please note:

  • All bookings must be made online.

  • We cannot accept payment on site.

  • Bookings can be amended using the link in your confirmation email up to 24 hours before your session.

  • Eligible cancellations will be refunded manually.

We can’t wait to welcome you and your family to Wild Wood UK for a fun-filled outdoor adventure together.

⚠️ Safety Notice

Please read our Health & Safety Procedures and the Royal Life Saving Society’s guidance on open water swimming before your visit.

We can’t wait to welcome you to Wild-Wood UK for your next wild swimming adventure.