The Deluxe Swimming Retreat in Dorset, UK

Nov 21 to Nov 23, 2025

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The Deluxe Swimming Retreat in Dorset, UK
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Nestled just a stone's throw from the stunning coastline, this peaceful retreat provides the ideal setting for your wild swimming experience. Surrounded by outstanding views of Corfe Castle and the Corfe Valley, this welcoming and tranquil environment offers the perfect space for wild swimmers to come together, unwind, and celebrate our achievements.

Start the day with a delicious plated breakfast at The Sawmill Restaurant, and as the evening unfolds, enjoy a unique dining experience featuring open fire cooking—a treat for all seasons.

Starting with a swim clinic or intro to cold water dipping, we'll take in some of Dorset's best dips, such as Lulworth Cove, Durdle Door, Swanage Piers, Studland, Chapman's Pool, and Worbarrow Bay.

We'll also try out a Finnish-style waterside sauna, complete with a supervised cold water dip.

Experience sunsets over emerald seas, swim beneath iconic chalk cliffs, and enjoy outstanding morning and evening meals—oh, and cake... lots and lots of cake.

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Breakfast: A hot breakfast from The Restaurant

Lunch: A warming lunch included

Dinner: A glorious dinner each night from Chef Ed

All swims & activities: All swims included, plus any additional activities on the itinerary such as hikes and talks

Accommodation: A good night's sleep

Table wine: A glass of red or white with your evening meal

Teas & Coffees: Hot drinks from the tea room

Cake, Cake, and more cake: Cake is vital, homemade cake after every swim, of course

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Our unique holidays focus on bringing new people to the best secret and most iconic swim spots from Cornwall, Devon & Dorset to North Wales and the Lake District, in exclusive, simple yet stunning accommodation with every detail taken care of.

Itinerary

Day 1: Welcome to Dorset!

Arrive at our stunning accommodation at 1pm, where homemade cake and a hot drink will be waiting to greet you. After settling in, we’ll head down to the Studland Bay nature reserve. Here, you can choose between:

A Swim Clinic with Swim Coach Mel to refine your open-water skills, or

An Intro to Wild Swimming and Cold Water Immersion led by Rich, perfect for newcomers or those looking to enhance their technique and confidence.

Following this, unwind in a private beachside sauna at sunset, where the Finnish-style dip-and-sauna experience offers the perfect start to your retreat. Back at the house, enjoy a homecooked dinner by our chef.

Day 2: Dive into Dorset's Beauty

Sunrise Magic:

For the early risers, start your day with an outstanding sunrise dip while the morning light paints the sky. Warm croissants will be waiting to reward your bravery.

Hearty Breakfast:

Fuel up with a delicious breakfast to prepare for the day ahead.

Warming Lunch:

Enjoy soup and freshly baked bread, a comforting meal to recharge.

Afternoon Exploration (Optional):

Join us for a hike from the accommodation to Corfe Castle, complete with lots of Dorset mythology and incredible wildlife. This scenic walk may include a stop at a charming country pub to unwind.

Evening Delights:

Savor another glorious dinner before the evening concludes with the renowned Tame the Tides talk, led by Rich, a Royal Lifesaving Society National Trainer Assessor. Gain insights into tides, rips, and waves in this engaging and informal session.

Day 3: A Scenic Challenge to Finish

Morning Fuel:

Start your day with a hearty breakfast, preparing you for one last adventure.

The Three Piers Challenge:

Head out to Swanage's Old Pier, where you'll begin this favorite swim. This unique challenge connects an atmospheric old pier, a Victorian pier, and the town quay, offering a mix of history, scenery, and accomplishment.

If a swim around the piers isn't your thing, come for a swimble in this quiet and atmospheric location.

Cake Finale:

No retreat would be complete without one last serving of our signature homemade cake, the perfect treat to celebrate your achievements.

Farewell:

The retreat concludes with carriages at 1pm, leaving you with incredible memories, new friendships, and a heart full of Dorset's charm.

Things to keep in mind

Bookings are fully refundable within 14 days.

In the event of cancellation by the client, the booking is fully refundable on the condition that your booking has been re-sold.

In the event of illness including Coronavirus, your booking will be transferred to a later date. A sick note or isolation note is suitable proof of illness or infection.

In inclement weather, alternative swims/activities will be provided, in this event Activ Retreats, would not offer refunds.

You are responsible for your own health and safety between swims. We do not take responsibility for your personal items.

Activ Retreats may take photos and videos for marketing purposes. If you would prefer to not be in them, please let us know beforehand.

We offer a sample itinerary upon booking. This is based upon good weather and sea state at those locations and participant's swimming ability being strong enough to complete the swim route without cause for concern.

The coaches/ guides/ lifeguards work to clear environmental parameters. If forecasted weather falls outside of these parameters, locations will be used. other swim

If an individual's swimming ability is not strong enough, other routes/ swims will be recommended, some of these may involve walking to agreed meeting points at your risk.

In inclement weather, alternative swims/ activities will be provided, in this event The Host would not offer refunds.

You are responsible for your own health & safety between swims. We do not take responsibility for your personal items.

We may take photos and videos for marketing purposes. If you would prefer to not be in them, please let us know beforehand.