# Event Details - **Event Name**: Nordic Style Open Water Dip at Colwick Country Park - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 26 Aug, 2026 at 11:00 am – Wed, 26 Aug, 2026 at 12:00 pm - **Event Description**: Part of the Social Prescribing Hub, our friendship sessions run across Rushcliffe and surrounding areas to support wellbeing and connectionsAbout this EventNordic Style Open Water Dip at Colwick Country ParkJoin us for a refreshing open water dip in a safe, supervised setting.Whether you're a seasoned swimmer or trying it for the first time, it’s a great way to boost your mood, build confidence and enjoy nature. Come along for a splash and a chat – all welcome!What to ExpectYour session will begin with a short safety briefing before anyone enters the water, you’ll then take part in a supported open water dip.11:00am - Meet up (by front desk)11:10am - Safety Talk11:25am-12:00pm - DipPlease note: this session is for open water dip only. Saunas are also available on site, but you will need to contact the WholeHealth team directly regarding availability.To get in touch with WholeHealth or find out more, please visit: Open Water Swimming and Lakeside Sauna - Whole HealthExclusively for Rushcliffe 18 + residents registered with a Rushcliffe GP.Only one booking is permitted per person. Additional bookings may be cancelled to ensure fairness.There is a small cost to attend, which covers the session on a per person basis. This is offered at a discounted rate through social prescribing, helping to keep the sessions as accessible as possible.We want our sessions to be accessible to everyone. If cost is a barrier, please get in touch - we’re happy to support you to attend.All bookings are non-refundable.We’ve got a variety of friendship activities taking place over the summer months. You can explore all available activities here, and don’t miss our social prescribing paddleboarding session, available here.Follow us on Facebook: @RushcliffeSP or visit Social Prescribing Hub for updates.Don’t miss out - get our monthly newsletter with new activities, workshops and local news straight to your inbox. Email us at: nnicb-nn.rushcliffesocialprescribing@nhs.netAttendance PolicyPlease take a moment to read our Social Prescribing Hub Did Not Attend (DNA) Policy before booking.? View the SP Hub DNA PolicyAdditional Information:No specific clothing is required so please wear whatever you feel comfortable in. If you have gloves, socks, or water shoes, please bring them along to the session if possible.There is limited changing facilities with one single changing container. It’s advised to arrive in clothing you want to wear in the water then bring loose clothing to get changed in to after. Any valuables can be stored in the Whole Health office whilst the session takes place.Please note: access to the water is via a gently sloping ramp. The Whole Health team are experienced in helping people with limited mobility get into the lake including wheelchair and mobility aid users.Please let the team know if you have any health conditions or accessibility issues prior to the session by contacting 07813 965956 or hello@whollyhealthy.co.uk.Anyone with severe mobility issues can access the car park beside the lake by prior arrangement if needed. If you require this, please contact the Whole Health team 48 hours prior to the session directly on 07813 965956 or hello@whollyhealthy.co.uk.Directions: When you visit Whole Health Swim Village, you will need to park at Racecourse Road car park, right at the end of Racecourse Road. Follow signs for Colwick Hall, or use postcode NG2 4BH. The car park is a little further on, straight ahead through a yellow barrier gate after you pass Colwick Hall on your right. You’ll then need to walk around the lake to find us. Go through the yellow gate at the top of the car park, and follow the signs to West Lake with our little apple logo on. This will take you along a tarmac path for about 500m. You will reach another yellow gate, and see the swim village in front of you.The Wired on Wheels Pink Café van is based in the same area opposite the Swim Village changing area and office.Our What3Words location is held.visual.strawhttps://what3words.com/held.visual.strawIf you require further information or have any other questions, please contact Whole Health directly on 0115 914 8593 or visit the website for more information Open Water Squad – Whole Health (whollyhealthy.co.uk). - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nottingham/nordic-style-open-water-dip-at-colwick-country-park/100001992645152291 - **Event Categories**: health-wellness, sports, workshops, meetups - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 1 hour - Location: WholeHealth Open Water Swim Village & Sauna - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 6, max: 6, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Nottingham - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: WholeHealth Open Water Swim Village & Sauna - **lat**: 52.94529499999999 - **long**: -1.0978868 - **full address**: WholeHealth Open Water Swim Village & Sauna, Racecourse Road, Nottingham, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Nordic Style Open Water Dip at Colwick Country Park - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/b7affcbe20d5cd3adcf1afad2522ab9e7509c3fe327729e7336587052c22a5bd-rimg-w1200-h675-dc475f76-gmir.jpg?v=1783360620 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Nordic Style Open Water Dip at Colwick Country Park being held? - **A:** Nordic Style Open Water Dip at Colwick Country Park takes place on Wed, 26 Aug, 2026 at 11:00 am to Wed, 26 Aug, 2026 at 12:00 pm at WholeHealth Open Water Swim Village & Sauna, Racecourse Road, Nottingham, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing Nordic Style Open Water Dip at Colwick Country Park? - **A:** Nordic Style Open Water Dip at Colwick Country Park is organized by Rushcliffe Social Prescribing Service. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Nordic Style Open Water Dip at Colwick Country Park is ideal for sports fans, athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone who loves the thrill of live competitive action and the energy of a crowd. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Nottingham, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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