Outdoor Swimming
A surge in popularity of ‘’wild’ swimming sees bands of elated dippers getting into Devon and Cornwall’s seas throughout the year.
Along with almost endless Beaches and bays, the two counties have a fleet of gorgeous open-air heritage lidos – a dip in the pools at Penzance, Plymouth, Brixham and Bude is unforgettable.
Holidays
• Active England Offers multi-day wild swimming breaks in Devon and Cornwall
Books
Wild Things publishes Wild Swimming Walks in Dartmoor & South Devon, and Wild Swimming Walks in Cornwall.
Safety
Of course open water swimming does pose dangers. The Outdoor Swimming Society has good advice. The RNLI lists lifeguard cover; bbc.co.uk has the latest tide times.