20 Mar 2026
Tags: South Lodge, Wild Swimming, Event, April, Spring, Cold Water Swimming, Outdoors
For those seeking wild swimming spots in the UK, South Lodge in Horsham is a must-visit. Featuring a dedicated cold-water lake, the luxury hotel offers the perfect setting for wild-swimming enthusiasts to dive in and unwind. Next month, the hotel will be hosting a Wild Swimming Weekend, in partnership with The Dip Advisor and Editor of Outdoor Swimmer Magazine, Ella Foote. Wild swimming is rapidly becoming one of the UK's most talked-about wellness trends, and Ella's session on Saturday 25th of April is ideal for first-timers and seasoned wild swimmers alike. Guests attending the weekend can look forward to the following itinerary as part of their stay:
- An overnight stay with spa access until 2pm on Sunday
- Saturday: Full-day swimming coaching with Ella
- Use of dry robes, wetsuits, tow floats and swimming hats
- Light lunch in Botanica
- Sunday: Breakfast and leisure
- Priority booking on Sunday morning wild swim session
- Leisure time to relax and explore spa
From £645 per room for one, £785 for two. Day-only £210 per person
For guests who can't attend in April, Ella will be hosting two further sessions this year: Flow, Freedom & Technique on 25th of July, and Cooling Waters, Calm Mind on the 3rd of October. And for any wild swimming enthusiasts wishing to visit at another time, The Reeds lakeside lodges sit overlooking the stunning wild swimming lake.
About South Lodge
Switch off from the everyday and switch on your senses at South Lodge hotel and spa in West Sussex. With endless views of the South Downs, South Lodge offers luxurious overnight breaks, exceptional dining, and a state-of-the-art sustainable spa. South Lodge offers 96 soul-soothing bedrooms and suites and presents three dining options for guests: experience the craft at the Michelin-Starred The Pass, enjoy the epitome of elegance at 3 AA Rosette Camellia or feed your senses at the Mediterranean-inspired, dairy-free Botanica. Let nature help you be naturally you at South Lodge spa with bespoke treatments, state-of-the art spa experiences, and beautiful facilities all nestled in the tranquil environment of the South Downs. South Lodge’s commitment to sustainability and dedication to guest satisfaction have made it a sought-after haven for wellbeing, relaxation and rejuvenation.
South Lodge, Brighton Road, Lower Beeding, Horsham, West Sussex, RH13 6PS