Can you swim at Brockhole on Windermere?
Can you swim at Brockhole on Windermere?
Things To See If you are feeling brave you can try open water swimming in Lake Windermere, but if you prefer to stay dry then you can hire a boat or take a kayak tour. For those with a head for heights there is a fabulous high ropes course, or you can head into the depths in the centre’s new artificial caving system.
Do you have to pay to go to Brockhole?
There is no entry fee at Brockholes but we do operate car parking charges.
Can you swim at brockholes?
There may be blue-green algae on Windermere which can be harmful to dogs and humans. Please be careful when swimming/paddling in the lake.
Can dogs go to Brockhole?
We welcome well-behaved dogs on leads in: the gardens and grounds. the shop. the exhibition area. the main café and café terrace.
What Time Is Great North Swim?
Timetable
| Time | Distance | Swim Hat/Wave Colour |
|---|---|---|
| Friday 11:00 | Information point opens | |
| Friday 13:00 | 10k swim | Red |
| Friday 13:45 | 5k swim | Green |
| Friday 15:00 | 2 mile swim | Pink |
How long is the walk around Brockholes?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike in Brockholes Nature Reserve is Brockholes Reserve Trail which has a 4.9 star rating from 111 reviews. This trail is 2.3 mi long with an elevation gain of 170 ft. It takes an average of 50 min to hike.
Who owns Brockholes Nature Reserve?
the Lancashire Wildlife Trust
Brockholes is owned and managed by the Lancashire Wildlife Trust.
How long is Windermere swim?
The Aquasphere Epic Lakes Swim Windermere is final event of the Epic Lakes Open Water Swim Series. It takes place from YMCA Lakeside, Newby Bridge. You can choose either the 500m, the 1 mile or the 5km distances, depending upon your age and ability.
Who owns brockholes?
the Wildlife Trust for Lancashire
Brockholes is owned and managed by the Wildlife Trust for Lancashire, Manchester & North Merseyside and has hosted over one million visitors since we opened in April 2011.
