• If you’re not wearing a wetsuit, a general guide is 1 minute of swimming per degree Celsius of water temperature. Beginners should limit swims to 2–3 minutes. Only enter [...]

  • Enter the water slowly and calmly to control your breathing and prevent cold shock. Never jump in. Ideally, swim when other winter swimmers are present. Cold shock is a [...]

  • If you have any health concerns, consult your GP before swimming in cold water. Acclimatisation is best achieved by gradually adjusting through regular dips in cooler water from September [...]

  • Cold water (or winter) swimming typically refers to water temperatures below 10°C, usually from November to April. These temperatures can cause pain and numbness, especially in hands, feet, and [...]

  • No, Clevedon Marine Lake is unsupervised. All users are responsible for their own safety. Swimmers, paddle boarders, canoeists, sailors, and model boaters are welcome—though powered craft and large inflatables [...]

  • There are no changing facilities, so swimmers typically leave clothes on the side. A cold-water shower is available on the community boat store located on the upper promenade above [...]

  • From April to September, Clevedon Sailing Club holds weekly sessions for novice sailors. These sailors are still learning and may struggle to control their boats or respond to sudden [...]

  • Clevedon Marine Lake is open access and available for public use all year round. However, because it is a sea pool, it is affected by tides. During high spring [...]