🌊 Winter Wild Swimming Workshop with Angela Jones ❄️
Ready to embrace the cold? This Winter Wild Swimming Workshop introduces you to the thrill and wellbeing benefits of winter dips — while teaching you everything you need to know to stay safe, confident, and connected to the natural environment.
Join Angela Jones, a highly qualified and fully insured wild swim specialist with over 30 years’ experience swimming in the rivers Usk and Wye. Whether you’re curious about your first cold-water dip or looking to deepen your knowledge, this session is the perfect place to start!
🏊♀️ What You’ll Learn:
Water safety and acclimatization
Reading the water and understanding conditions
Equipment, technique, and post-swim care
How to protect both your health and the environment
🌍 Why Try Cold Water Swimming?
Britain’s fastest-growing outdoor activity is not just exhilarating — it’s full of benefits!
From boosting your immune system and mood to improving circulation, reducing stress, and building community — there’s so much to love about winter wild swimming.
📍 Meeting Time & Location
🕙 10:00 AM
📌 Old Lands / Dingestow Court Estate
(Postcode: NP25 4DY | OS Grid Reference: SO450097)
Look out for Angela’s mint-green “Swim Wild” VW when you arrive!
Easy access pontoon with ladder
Changing hut & toilet at the lake
Hot drinks & cake provided ☕🍰
What to Bring
Swim costume & towel
Hat and water shoes
Tow float (included)
Wetsuit (available to hire for £5 – please book in advance)
Drink bottle & warm clothes for after your swim
Casual training kit (wear over costume before the swim)
⚠️ Please don’t put on your wetsuit until it’s time to swim!
All abilities are welcome (ages 16+). Equipment can be hired or purchased on the day.
💧 Top 8 Benefits of Cold Water Swimming
Boosts your immune system 🩺
Triggers a natural endorphin high 😄
Improves circulation ❤️
Increases libido and confidence 💫
Burns more calories 🔥
Reduces stress and anxiety 🧘♀️
Builds community and connection 🤝
Supports wellbeing during menopause 🌸
💦 Join us for a refreshing start to your wild swimming journey this winter.
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