The thrill of swimming in natural spaces is hard to beat, so we are delighted to be able to offer Wild Swimming at Camp Bestival Shropshire. Join us for aquatic adventuring in the stunning Park Pool lake designed by Capability Brown at Weston Park and enjoy a host of benefits that include enhanced alertness and clarity, a sense of euphoria, greater circulation and a stronger immune system:
Family Swim
- Walk-ups only / no advance booking
- Available for those aged 6+
- 6-7 year-olds must be supervised by a participating parent/guardian on a 1:1 ratio. Numbers limited to 10 per session and must wear a buoyancy aid.
- 8-11 year-olds must be supervised by a participating parent/guardian on a 1:1 ratio.
- 12-18 year-olds must be supervised by a participating parent/guardian on a 1:2 ratio.
- Not available for under 6s.
- Max time limit in water 45 mins.
Beginner Guided Wild Swim
- Pre-Bookings only / bookings taken at the swim registration tent daily 17:15-18:15 for the following day's sessions
- Adults Only
- Participants must be able to swim 50m
- Tow floats to be used
- Guest Safety briefing & instruction before water entry
- Water safety protocol to be followed at all times
- Please arrive 25 mins before your session starts for safety briefing
Intermediate Guided Wild Swim
- Pre-Bookings only / bookings taken at the swim registration tent daily 17:15-18:15 for the following day's sessions
- Adults Only
- Participants must be able to swim 50m
- Tow floats to be used
- Guest Safety briefing & instruction before water entry
- Water safety protocol to be followed at all times
- Please arrive 25 mins before your session starts for safety briefing
General Swimming Info
- Please use the manned pontoons when entering the swimming lake. Do not jump in from the banks. Lifeguards are on duty from 15:00-18:00 (Thursday) & 09:00-18:00 (Friday, Saturday & Sunday), please do not enter the lake outside of these hours.
- Swimming only allowed in designated area in Park Pool.
- Entering the lake is at your own risk, and children remain your responsibility at all times.
Be safe, swim sensibly.
