Name: The Snowdonia Retreat
Start: 2025-10-24T00:00:00.000Z
End: 2025-10-26T00:00:00.000Z
Location: Betws Garmon, Caernarfon LL54 7YY, UK

The Wild Swimming Co. Ltd

44 reviews

Oct 24 - 26, 2025

Group size: 1 - 24

The Snowdonia Retreat

Betws Garmon, Caernarfon LL54 7YY, UK

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The Wild Swimming Co. Ltd

44 reviews

Oct 24 - 26, 2025

Group size: 1 - 24

Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon), North Wales | 24 - 26 October 2025

The North Wales Mountain Retreat

This all-inclusive retreat will run from 1pm Friday to 1pm Sunday at an exclusively hired 11-bedroom Snowdon Ranger Lodge, nestled on the edge of Llyn (Lake) Cwellyn.

We've partnered with local swim guides to uncover Eryri’s (Snowdonia’s) best-kept secrets for inspiring swims and refreshing dips. Rivers, pools, waterfalls, and lakes make this our most inspired retreat yet.

Who are the swim guides?

Mel
Mel is TWSCo's full-time swim guide. A qualified Beach Lifeguard, Open Water Swim Coach, and certified through the National Water Safety Management Programme.

Favourite swim: Bossiney Cove, Cornwall.
Favourite retreat: Spring in Cornwall.
Favourite cake: Lemon drizzle.

Becky
Becky began work with TWSCo. as a hospitality assistant before completing her Beach Lifeguard and Open Water Lifeguard qualifications in 2023.

Favourite swim: Old Harry Rocks, Dorset.
Favourite retreat: Studland, Dorset.
Favourite cake: Millionaire's shortbread.

Rich
Rich is a Beach Lifeguard, Open Water Lifeguard, and Open Water Swim Coach. He has achieved the National Water Safety Management Programme and delivers lifeguard and water safety awards for The Royal Lifesaving Society as a National Trainer Assessor..

Favourite swim: Any of Eryri’s waterfalls.
Favourite retreat: The North Wales (Gogledd Cymru) Swim Retreat.
Favourite cake: Carrot cake.

Ali
Ali is a Beach Lifeguard, Open Water Lifeguard, and Open Water Swim Coach. She is a TWSCo. favourite and has extensive mountain experience, particularly loving Eryri and The Lake District.

Favourite swim: Jumping off the jetty into Derwent Water.
Favourite retreat: The Lake District Swim Retreat.
Favourite cake: Millionaire's shortbread.

Why Join?

This is our most inspired retreat, blending the best of wild swimming with the tranquillity of Eryri’s natural beauty. Perfect for those seeking invigorating swims, refreshing dips, and stunning mountain scenery.

Breakfast
A hot breakfast such as filled baps or pancakes, alongside homemade granola and fruit
Lunch
A warming lunch included
Dinner
A homemade dinner each night from Chef Mel
All swims & activities
All swims included, plus any additional activities on the itinerary such as hikes and talks.
Accommodation
A good night's sleep
Table wine
A glass of red or white with your evening meal
Teas & Coffees
Hot drinks from the tea room
Cake, Cake and more cake
Cake is vital, homemade cake after every swim, of course

The Dorm space | Our most popular choice

Deposit: £50

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Dormitory Room

Share a dormitory room with 3 or 4 like-minded people, ideal for solo travellers or friends alike. We'll put you all in contact via WhatsApp before the trip so as you can say hello. Inclusive of meals, all swims/events, and table wine.

£529

Deposit: £50

Twin Room

Deposit: £50

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Escape to a scenic retreat with a friend or loved one.

Share a twin or bunk room for just £549 per person, including meals, all swims and events, plus table wine. Perfect for anyone who can swim 200m continuously. Experience wild swimming in some of the UK's most beautiful locations. Book now for an unforgettable adventure!

£549

Deposit: £50

Four bed bedroom for Four

Deposit: £50

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Bring a group and save!

Share a spacious room for up to four, featuring a double and bunk for just £479 each. Price includes meals, all swims, events, and table wine.

Perfect for anyone who can swim 200m continuously.

Larger groups? Enjoy bigger discounts! Contact us at [email protected] to book or inquire.

£479

Deposit: £50

Six bed bedroom for six

Deposit: £50

Share a larger room for six for £449 each inclusive of meals, all swims/ events and table wine. Larger groups possible with large discounts. Suitable for all who can swim 200m continuously. BIGGER GROUP? Bigger discounts [email protected]

£425

Deposit: £50

Single occupancy room

Deposit: £50

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Book a room for yourself

£749

Deposit: £50

TWSCo. Swim Cap

£5

Order a branded TWSCo. swim cap in advance, either sky blue or orange. Collect on retreat

Day 1
Day 1
North Wales awaits
Day 1

We meet at our first swim location at 1pm, likely to be a glorious lake in the lee of Mount Yr Wyddfa. This guided swim and swim clinic (or intro to Cold Water dipping) will give you a chance to improve your stroke or try a new stroke under the supervision of our qualified and experienced swim coaches.

Be sure to bring your hot drinks flasks fully charged to accompany homemade cake before we head to the accommodation for rooming.

Dinner with table wine will be followed by our famous 'Tame the Tides' talk in the lounge.
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Day 2
Day 2
Wake me up for waterfalls
Early birds will be wowed by an outstanding sunrise dip with warm croissants.
A hearty, healthy breakfast will be followed by a drive out to a spectacular Eryri waterfall—perfect for an Instagram-worthy shot!

In the afternoon, enjoy an optional hike around Yr Wyddfa, taking in its breath taking landscapes. End the day with a serene sunset dip in Snowdon's clear waters.
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Day 3
Day 3
A spellbounding end
Pancakes for breakfast will be followed by a short drive out to Elephant Rock, this incredible lake sits at the foot of Yr Wyddfa. A point-to-point swim will be possible for those who want a challenge!

Homemade lemon drizzle cake will end a perfect few days in the mountains.
Carriages 1pm
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Day 1

North Wales awaits

Day 1

We meet at our first swim location at 1pm, likely to be a glorious lake in the lee of Mount Yr Wyddfa. This guided swim and swim clinic (or intro to Cold Water dipping) will give you a chance to improve your stroke or try a new stroke under the supervision of our qualified and experienced swim coaches.

Be sure to bring your hot drinks flasks fully charged to accompany homemade cake before we head to the accommodation for rooming.

Dinner with table wine will be followed by our famous 'Tame the Tides' talk in the lounge.

The Wild Swimming Co. Ltd

44 reviews

Incredible swimming holidays and events at iconic locations around the UK. Fabulous food, wonderful wines and accommodation come as standard alongside inclusive, breath taking swims and kind humans on our holidays. Our unique holidays focus on bringing new people to the best secret and most iconic swim spots from Cornwall, Devon & Dorset to North Wales and the Lake District, in exclusive, simple yet stunning accommodation with every detail taken care of. ✔ STA Open Water Swim Coaches ✔ Iconic Locations ✔ Lifeguard Led

I’ve been on three retreats now with Mel and Rich and have another one booked, which tells you all you need to know about how great they are! The retreats are a fantastic way to experience some incredible swims with the reassurance of having people there to make sure everyone is safe (coupled with a great group of people and delicious cake!) Would 100% recommend 😊

By Rachel B for The Spring in Dorset Retreat on Apr 26, 2025

Yet another wonderful swim retreat with The Wild Swimming Co. Lovely sunny Studland, lovely people, lovely food! Extremely well organised. Many thanks again!

By Alice K for The Spring in Dorset Retreat on Apr 20, 2025

I had an excellent time swimming, walking and eating cake. Mel, Rich, Frith and all the crew kept us safe on the water. The swims were excellent and I hope to be another retreat soon or attending a challenge swim!

By Elanor C for The Spring in Dorset Retreat on Apr 17, 2025

Rich and Mel made the whole experience of our Dorset retreat feel really safe, relaxed and magical. We were lucky to have some extraordinary sunrise and sunset swims and a brilliant challenging swim to Old Harry's Rock. Such a lovely atmosphere amongst everyone in the group. Thank you both for a very special 3 days.