Name: The Glamping Adventure Retreat
Start: 2024-08-30T00:00:00.000Z
End: 2024-09-01T00:00:00.000Z
Location: Corfe Castle, Wareham BH20, UK

The Wild Swimming Co. Ltd

59 reviews

Aug 30 - Sep 1, 2024

Group size: 1 - 24

The Glamping Adventure Retreat

Corfe Castle, Wareham BH20, UK

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The Wild Swimming Co. Ltd

59 reviews

Aug 30 - Sep 1, 2024

Group size: 1 - 24

Corfe Castle, Dorset

26 - 28 April 2024

'The Glamping Adventure Retreat'

Epic dips in in secret spots, whilst sleeping under canvas in comfy beds with a proper mattress. Enjoy incredible sunsets over Corfe Castle around a warming campfire with like minded swimmers and dippers.

Hearty meals, cake, hot showers and a choice to go coasteering at Dancing Ledge all included.

1pm Friday - 1pm Sunday

Suitable for anyone who can swim 200m, continuously

Who are the swim guides? - Mel

Mel is TWSCo's full time swim guide, Mel is a qualified Beach Lifeguard, Open Water Swim Coach and has achieved the National Water Safety Management Programme

Mel is currently studying towards her Diploma in Cold Water Therapy, as well being a nutritionist, personal trainer and operating a successful Swim School

Favourite swim- Bossiney Cove, Cornwall

Favourite retreat - Spring in Cornwall

Favourite cake - Lemon drizzle

Who are the swim guides? - Becky

Becky began work with TWSCo. as a hospitality assistant before completing her Beach Lifeguard and Open Water Lifeguard qualification in 2023.

Favourite swim- Old Harry Rocks, Dorset

Favourite retreat - Studland, Dorset

Favourite cake - Millionaire's shortbread

Who are the swim guides? - Rich

Rich is a Beach Lifeguard, Open Water Lifeguard and Open Water Swim Coach and has achieved the National Water Safety Management Programme. Amongst this, Rich also delivers the whole suite of lifeguard and water safety awards for The Royal Lifesaving Society as a National Trainer Assessor.

Rich is also RNLI lifeboat crew and operations manager of Land & Wave, a busy outdoor centre in Dorset.

Favourite swim- Any of Snowdonia's waterfalls

Favourite retreat - The North Wales Swim Retreat

Favourite cake - Carrot Cake

Breakfast
A hot breakfast such as filled baps or pancakes, alongside homemade granola and fruit
Lunch
A warming lunch included
Dinner
A homemade dinner each night from Chef Mel
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
Transport
This retreat includes transport around swim spots

TWSCo. Swim Cap

£5

Order a branded TWSCo. swim cap in advance, either sky blue or orange. Collect on retreat

Day 1
Day 1
Delightful Dorset awaits
13.00 Arrive at Purbeck Valley Farm campsite and get settled in your beautiful pre-pitched bell tents. You’ll then head out for an afternoon swim clinic in Swanage Bay with our qualified swim coaches. You’ll work on your swim form, iron out any bad habits and maybe even learn a new stroke. This sets you up for a great weekend of wild swimming.

After a hearty dinner, you’ll a enjoy gorgeous sunset dip at Bramble Bush Bay. Then warm up by a flickering campfire and toast some marshmallows back at basecamp.
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Day 2
Day 2
Wake me up buttercup
Fuel up for another day of adventure with bottomless cereals and / or a tasty bacon / sausage bap. Today we swim out to one of Dorset’s most iconic locations: Old Harry Rocks. You can take it at your own pace and enjoy the spectacular views.

After lunch, enjoy some free time. You could take a walk and enjoy photo-worthy views of Corfe Castle or curl up with a book and enjoy the fabulous country views.

Evening talk ‘Tame the Tides’ with Swim Coach, Rich.

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Day 3
Day 3
A adventurous end
Following breakfast, you’ll have a choice of coasteering or swimming at Dancing Ledge.

Step up the wild swimming experience with an incredible Coasteering session at Dancing Ledge. Coasteering is wild swimming to the max – you’ll explore the Jurassic Coastline from the waves. Here you’ll swim through caves, scramble over rocks, play in the swell of the moving water and even try some jumps if you’re up for it. You’ll be joined by experienced Coasteering guides, for a truly unique wild swimming experience.

For those who are after something a little more sedate, we can take a more chilled swim route from here too.

Depart at 13.00.

NB. You can expect ‘cake breaks’ after each swim. Delicious homemade cake provided at every opportunity!

Carriages 1pm
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Day 1

Delightful Dorset awaits

13.00 Arrive at Purbeck Valley Farm campsite and get settled in your beautiful pre-pitched bell tents. You’ll then head out for an afternoon swim clinic in Swanage Bay with our qualified swim coaches. You’ll work on your swim form, iron out any bad habits and maybe even learn a new stroke. This sets you up for a great weekend of wild swimming.

After a hearty dinner, you’ll a enjoy gorgeous sunset dip at Bramble Bush Bay. Then warm up by a flickering campfire and toast some marshmallows back at basecamp.

The Wild Swimming Co. Ltd

59 reviews

Incredible swimming holidays and events at iconic locations around the UK. Fabulous food, wonderful wines and accommodation come as standard alongside inclusive, breath taking swims and kind humans on our holidays. 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. ✔ STA Open Water Swim Coaches ✔ Iconic Locations ✔ Lifeguard Led

As on previous trips, the trip was not adequately described at the point of booking. Details emerged on the last week, and even on the day itself. Whilst the swim and RHb ride were good and it was lovely, I felt that information regarding the hugely slippery beach walk out at OHR was not. These trips seem to be geared at gung ho types with no real inclusivity for the less than super fit. I did fall over , but luckily not hurt. The guides were not really supportive, it seemed to be a keep up and shut up approach. I should have asked more questions before spending money. The sauna experience was not given enough time on either swims and breakfast pastries were not good. The support team was a man down and this contributed.

By Fiona W for Summer Solstice Swim | Old Harry, Powerboat & Sauna on Jul 01, 2025

This was an awesome experience! Thank you so much. The whole morning from beginning to end was full of so many delights. Seeing the sunrise, being in the sea and watching and experiencing this beautiful scene was really wonderful. And the 'main event' - swimming to Old Harry was the most amazing and exhilarating thing I've ever done. Mel looked after us so well and I felt safe and supported throughout. Exploring the stacks of Old Harry was such a treat as well. And all topped off with the rib ride back to the beach!

By Ali B for Summer Solstice Swim | Old Harry, Powerboat & Sauna on Jun 23, 2025

Fantastic, well organised event. Stunning solstice sunrise- very lucky with the weather. Perfect setting for the sauna. Thoroughly enjoyed the swim and exploration around Old Harry. The rib ride back topped off a perfect morning.

By Elaine C for Summer Solstice Swim | Old Harry, Powerboat & Sauna on Jun 23, 2025

It was a brilliant experience and the guides made it very special with stories, facts and information. The climb down is hard work and Frith and Don made sure we were safe at all times. Thank you. PS - an amazing cake!!

By Ali B for Full Moon Dancing Ledge Dip on Jun 21, 2025

Despite the weather not being in our favour, Mel and Rich provided some great swimming experiences, where we were all supported to achieve our best and which felt very safe - and fun! Great organisation, lovely friendly people and support team - and lots of delicious cake!

By Emma R for Castle to Castle Challenge | New Forest on Jun 11, 2025

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