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Safe & Sound Swims

Discover the Benefits of Cold Water Swimming

Join our free guided swim sessions at the stunning, enclosed Tinside Lido, where you'll be introduced to the invigorating world of cold water swimming.

Safe and Sound Swims are designed to boost your wellbeing, resilience, and connection to nature. Whether you've just learned to swim or are looking to deepen your practice, we invite you to join us and experience the physical and mental health benefits in a safe, supportive, and breathtaking coastal setting. The weekly sessions will be delivered in blocks of 3 sessions throughout the summer period, and will be led by expert swim instructors from Plymouth Active Leisure, and a certified Blue Health Coach from the Plymouth Sound National Marine Park. A member of the Devon Mind team will also be in attendance.

Each session will include:

·       A 45-minute swim session

·       Time for changing

·       A free hot drink poolside after the swim, allowing participants to:

·       Connect with others in their group

·       Build familiarity and confidence

·       Develop a sense of belonging and peer support

Wednesdays 10:30am — 11:30am at Tinside Lido

Block 1

  • Wednesday 10 June 2026

  • Wednesday 17 June 2026

  • Wednesday 24 June 2026

Block 2

  • Wednesday 1 July 2026

  • Wednesday 8 July 2026

  • Wednesday 15 July 2026

More dates to follow!

Times: Meeting at 10:00am for a chat and free cuppa at Coffee Pod chat, 10:30am — 11:30am swimming session

Location: Tinside Lido, Hoe Road, Plymouth PL1 3DE (view on map)

A block of 3 sessions is open to anyone over 18 years old, looking to build confidence and wellbeing, interested in accessing a supported space to engage with blue spaces, or those who face barriers in accessing outdoor activities.

Cost: Free due to project funding

There will be an opportunity for those who complete a block of sessions to continue swimming in a closed group throughout the summer period. The swims will be non-structured sessions and available at a discounted rate of £3.50 per session.

These free sessions are made possible by funding provided by The National Lottery Heritage Fund, Plymouth Sound National Marine Park, and Plymouth Active Leisure.

 
 
 
 

Register:

To attend our Safe and Sound Swims, please complete the registration form below and select the date you wish to attend. If you have any further questions about the swimming sessions, please email us at wellbeing@devonmind.com.

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