The Basics…

  • Pool Bridge is a wild-swimming venue for those wishing to partake in open water swimming in water that is natural yet free from sewage, field runoff and tested for bacteria and algae. It is as natural as possible so please keep this in mind and come in appropriate attire.

  • To help keep the peace and tranquillity we do not allow alcoholic drinks to be consumed by the lakeside and no music is to be played. Monet lake is designated tranquil, so please keep noise to a minimum around that lake.

  • No dogs/pets allowed on site.

  • No visitors to the lakeside, everyone must purchase a ticket. This rule is in place for the safety and privacy of our guests.

  • Coming to Pool Bridge Farm is entirely at your own risk, please do your research before coming.

  • Swimming is for competent swimmers only. Every swimmer must be able to swim 50m unaided. Children or adult non-swimmers are welcomed in the summer months and must be accompanied and be able to swim 50m in a life vest. All non-swimmers (including babes in arms) must wear a life vest in the water.

  • In Spring and Summer, we open from 7:30 am and close at sunset or 9 pm whichever is earlier.

  • The cafe is open 10am - 4pm Thursday and 9am - 4pm Friday - Sunday (Closed Mon - Wed) and is for ticket holders only


Paying…

  • Tickets are for the lakeside, whether you are swimming or not. With the exception of a spotter during winter for solo swimmers.

  • Tickets for swimming must be pre-purchased on the website. There is a cash on arrival option ONLY in the winter months.

  • Spot checks are regularly carried out. Anyone lakeside without a valid ticket, will be asked to immediately leave and never return.

  • Booking a 55 minute Sauna slot (Starting on the hour) also allows unlimited swimming on that day (No need to book a separate swimming ticket).

  • Moon swims must be pre booked as they are limited and are separate to Swimming day tickets, these do not cover Moon Swims.

  • SUP tickets must be pre booked. And SUP is only on the ‘Big lake’ on specific days.


Getting here…

  • From the designer outlet:
    Head to Selby for 1 mile until you come to some traffic lights next to a large car garage. Turn left here towards Wheldrake. We are exactly 1 mile down Wheldrake lane on the Left hand side. There is a large sign on the left 250m before the entrance.

  • Please drive at a sensible speed down the road.

  • You’ll see our ‘Blue Bridge’ logo on a sign next to the farm entrance.

  • There is a 5mph limit on our drive way

  • Parking depends on the weather. Follow the signs.

  • Please sign in before swimming.