The Summer in Dorset Retreat | Studland & Durdle Door
15–17 August 2025
Discover the magic of a summer retreat by the sea. This all-inclusive getaway runs from 1pm Friday to 1pm Sunday, based in an exclusive 7-bedroom private house on Beach Road, Studland.
Just 300m from the golden sands of Studland Beach, immerse yourself in sunsets, emerald waters, chalk cliffs, and delicious morning and evening meals included.
Meet Your Swim Guides
Mel
TWSCo's full-time swim guide, Mel, is a qualified Beach Lifeguard and Open Water Swim Coach who has achieved the National Water Safety Management Programme. She is currently studying for her Diploma in Cold Water Therapy while also being a nutritionist, personal trainer, and swim school operator.
Favourite swim: Bossiney Cove, Cornwall
Favourite retreat: Spring in Cornwall
Favourite cake: Lemon drizzle
Becky
Starting as a hospitality assistant with TWSCo, Becky is now a certified Beach Lifeguard and Open Water Lifeguard (since 2023).
Favourite swim: Old Harry Rocks, Dorset
Favourite retreat: Studland, Dorset
Favourite cake: Millionaire’s shortbread
Rich
Rich brings his expertise as a Beach Lifeguard, Open Water Swim Coach, and National Water Safety Management Programme graduate. As an RNLI lifeboat crew member and Royal Lifesaving Society National Trainer Assessor, Rich also delivers lifeguard and water safety training.
Favourite swim: Snowdonia’s waterfalls
Favourite retreat: North Wales Swim Retreat
Favourite cake: Carrot cake
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