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Est. in 1966 at Thruscross, the club later relocated to Grimwith where, in 2009, they opened their state of the art clubhouse complete with Ground Source Heating and Solar Thermal panels!
Training schemes are available for the beginner and a calendar of training events is availableHere!
Other places to sail, Surf, Canoe etc. in the Dales are at Lake Semerwater, Wensleydale and on the River Washburn Nr Otley.
Wind Surfing, Sailing, Kayaking, Canoeing in the Yorkshire Dales and
Please ask for permission and advice before entering these or any other water facility in the Yorkshire Dales.
Water Sports can be very hazardous -always seek the appropriate training and advice before participating.
And always use the correct safety equipment!
Wild water swimming is growing in popularity but, as with most other outdoor sports, there are associated risks!
Make your own judgements as to what is safe and what isn’t! Know your own ability and use your experience to minimise the risks. If you are just starting out then please seek guidance from those with knowledge - you can also follow the links below for further information.
Whilst there are no set rules, a degree of caution is always required. Conditions can and do change rapidly and it is always wise to pre-check the weather forecast and to be aware of the possibility of flash floods!
Before swimming, it’s advisable to check whether permission is required or not!
A Facebook group for sharing your wild swimming and dipping posts and photos from the western side of the Yorkshire Dales.
A place to ask questions of fellow members and exchange info re wild swimming in general. A spin off/sister group to the fantastic "Wild Swimming in the Yorkshire Dales" which generally covers Wharfedale and Airedale - membership of both is advised
Make your own judgements as to what is safe and what isn’t! Know your own ability and use your experience to minimise the risks. If you are just starting out then please seek guidance from those with knowledge.
Please Note: As with most outdoor activities, all can be a potentially hazardous. Go prepared and well equipped and always take note of what the organisers have to say!
