What's on in Rydal

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Rydal Islands and Caves Swim

The Rydal Islands and Caves Swim allows the wild swimmer in you to fully appreciate what the Lake District has to offer. It is a perfect place to swim, being relatively sheltered and blessed with small islands. Our swim around the islands gives us plenty of opportunities to stop for a while and admire [...] The post Rydal Islands and Caves Swim appeared first on Swim the Lakes.

Wed 22 Jul08:30Swim the Lakes(1.3mi)

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Helvellyn Double Dipper Swim

The Helvellyn Double Dipper is an adventure swimmers perfect day. A hike up to Red Tarn for an spectacular swim, followed by a descent via one of the most perfect river pools in the Lakes, Ashworth’s Dub. The two swims are linked by classic Lake District hill walking beneath the summit and ridges of [...] The post Helvellyn Double Dipper Swim appeared first on Swim the Lakes.

Thu 23 Jul08:45Swim the Lakes(1.3mi)

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Talks & Lectures

In Conversation: Dee Smart

Join Dee Smart at Nanda\Hobbs for this special Artist Talk accompanying "Razors Edge" on Sat 25 July from 2-3pm. RSVP What does it take for a body of work to come into being? For Dee Smart, the answer lies in spending time with a place until it begins to reveal...

Sat 25 JulHobbs Gallery(1.4mi)

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Lake District Swim Yoga Retreat

The Lake District Swim Yoga Retreat. Swimming and yoga can keep our lives on an even keel. This trip seeks to offer some lovely wild swimming, in true Swim the Lakes style, combined with an excellent yoga experience courtesy of Gaby Maass from Lake District based Inu Yoga. One of our most popular trips [...] The post Lake District Swim Yoga Retreat appeared first on Swim the Lakes.

Wed 29 Jul16:00Swim the Lakes(1.3mi)

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Derwentwater Island Hop Adventure Swim

There is no better place in the Lake District to indulge our obsession with swimming around islands than Derwentwater. This is a challenging but manageable wild swim with an island every 700-800 meters or so where we can pause to regroup and take in the views. Suitable for swimmers who can comfortably swim a [...] The post Derwentwater Island Hop Adventure Swim appeared first on Swim the Lakes.

Sat 1 Aug08:30Swim the Lakes(1.3mi)

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Buckstones Jum & Waterfalls

The Buckstones Jum and Waterfalls swim takes us just down the road from our Ambleside base to the hamlet of Rydal. This is a wonderful hike up to the now famous Buckstones Jum and the waterfalls that lie downstream. A “Jum” is an old dialect word for a stretch of beck that never freezes [...] The post Buckstones Jum & Waterfalls appeared first on Swim the Lakes.

Wed 5 Aug08:30Swim the Lakes(1.3mi)

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Ease Into Easedale Adventure Swim Day

The Ease into Easedale Wild Swim sums up outdoor swimming in the Lake District fells: dramatic scenery and clear tarn swimming. With its mini classic walk and well situated pools, its the perfect introduction to adventure swimming. This is one of our most popular wild swims and brings out the big kid in most [...] The post Ease Into Easedale Adventure Swim Day appeared first on Swim the Lakes.

Thu 6 Aug09:00Swim the Lakes(1.3mi)

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Live Music

Andre Rieu's 2026 Summer Concert: Viva Maastricht

Andre Rieu's 2026 Summer Concert: Viva Maastricht! Rated Music 165 mins 2D Digital Showing:

Sat 8 Aug15:00Zeffirellis(1.3mi)

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More Adventures in the Beautiful South

The best wild swims in the South Lakes feature in our Beautiful South Swimming Adventure. We take you from tarn to glittering tarn in our swim bus to enjoy swimming at a very relaxed pace with plenty of tea and cake thrown in for good measure. Enjoy some real holiday swimming with us at [...] The post More Adventures in the Beautiful South appeared first on Swim the Lakes.

Wed 12 Aug16:00Swim the Lakes(1.3mi)

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Finsthwaite Wild Swim

Our Finsthwaite Wild Swim is an easy paced swim walk taking us from the village of Finsthwaite, through some lovely woodland to our secluded swimming spot. Swim the Lakes regulars will enjoy the change of scene here, it really is a little local spot and we know you’ll enjoy swimming here Swimming here is [...] The post Finsthwaite Wild Swim appeared first on Swim the Lakes.

Wed 19 Aug08:30Swim the Lakes(1.3mi)

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Derwentwater Island Hop Adventure Swim

Thu 20 Aug08:30Swim the Lakes(1.3mi)

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Workshops & Classes

Outdoor Swimming Taster Session – Rydal

Try outdoor swimming with the experts: Swim the Lakes. Based in Ambleside right at the heart of the Lake District and in one of the best locations in Britain for wild swimming. Just bring your swimmers and a towel and we'll provide the rest. This is one of our most popular sessions and is [...] The post Outdoor Swimming Taster Session – Rydal appeared first on Swim the Lakes.

Wed 26 Aug08:30Swim the Lakes(1.3mi)

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Ullswater Wild Isle Swim

The Wild Isle Swim is a lovely wild swim out to Norfolk Island which beckons from the south west shore of Ullswater. The swim takes us straight out to the island followed by an exploration of the lovely Silver Bay. Access to the beach is good with parking right next to our get-in point. [...] The post Ullswater Wild Isle Swim appeared first on Swim the Lakes.

Sat 29 Aug09:30Swim the Lakes(1.3mi)

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Rydal Islands & Caves Swim

Wed 2 Sept08:30Swim the Lakes(1.3mi)

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Buttermere Swimble

The Buttermere Swimble Wild Swim offers an easygoing day out in Buttermere, swimming, and hiking along the way. As usual, our excellent Swim the Lakes swim guides will be there providing safety cover, local knowledge, and plenty of hot chocolate. Book your place now The post Buttermere Swimble appeared first on Swim the Lakes.

Thu 3 Sept08:30Swim the Lakes(1.3mi)

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Starlight Night Swim

Starlight Night Swim – Wild swimming is great fun in its own right, but add a little bit of night time to the mix and it becomes downright exciting! Join us for swimming, fun, fire and hot choccy. One of our most popular swim trips! Book your place now [...] The post Starlight Night Swim appeared first on Swim the Lakes.

Fri 4 Sept19:00Swim the Lakes(1.3mi)

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Tadpole Round Swim Hike

Discover the Tadpole Round Swim Hike—an unforgettable adventure at the heart of the Buttermere Valley. This unique experience blends classic Lake District hiking with exhilarating swims in the crystal-clear waters of Buttermere and Crummock, renowned for their exceptional water quality. Enjoy an energetic morning of swim-hiking, guided by our expert Swim the Lakes team. [...] The post Tadpole Round Swim Hike appeared first on Swim the Lakes.

Wed 9 Sept08:30Swim the Lakes(1.3mi)

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Venues with events near Rydal

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Swim the Lakes1.3 miles away Zeffirellis1.3 miles away Hobbs Gallery1.4 miles away

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