Open Water Swimming at Adventure Nene Ltd’s Sibson Lake
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
60 minutes
Fitness Level
Participants should have a reasonable level of fitness and be comfortable swimming 400 meters unaided.
Overview
Dive into open water swimming at Sibson Lake with Adventure Nene Ltd. Perfect for beginners and experienced swimmers, these sessions offer a safe, supportive place to build skills and endurance in a vibrant aquatic setting.
Open Water Swimming
£8 per person | Ages 12+ | 60 mins | 400 metre course
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About This Adventure
Experience the thrill of Open Water Swimming at Sibson Lake! Perfect for beginners and seasoned swimmers alike, these sessions offer a chance to enhance your skills or prepare for events. Join fellow enthusiasts every Wednesday evening and Saturday morning from May to September for an unforgettable aquatic adventure.
Join us for a 60 minute Open Water Swimming session at Sibson Lake!
Rates
Person (Ages 12+): £7
Duration
60 minutes
About
Whether you want to try Open Water Swimming for the first time, improve your technique or train for an event, come along to Sibson Lake and join other like minded people on the water.
These sessions are open to all swimmers aged 12+ who are able to swim the 400 metre course unaided and are confident in open water. Under 18's must be accompanied by an adult in the water.
You can swim on a Wednesday evening from 5:00pm - 7:00pm and Saturday morning from 7:30am - 9:30am between May to September.
Please note
- This facility only has basic changing facilities, no showers.
What to bring
- Brightly coloured swim hat
- Swim tow buoy
- Wetsuit
Adventure Tips
Arrive Early for Check-In
Plan to arrive at least 15 minutes before your session to complete check-in and gear preparations.
Wear a Bright Swim Cap
A brightly colored swim hat improves visibility and safety in open water.
Bring a Swim Tow Buoy
Tow buoys aid visibility and provide flotation support during your swim.
Prepare for Basic Facilities
Changing rooms are available, but showers are not, so plan accordingly.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Kingfishers spotted regularly along the lake edges
- Water voles inhabit the reed beds adjacent to the lake
History
Sibson Lake is part of historic fenland waterways that have supported local communities and wildlife for centuries.
Conservation
Adventure Nene Ltd promotes environmentally responsible swimming practices to protect the lake’s delicate aquatic ecosystem.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Wetsuit
Provides thermal protection and buoyancy in cooler water.
spring specific
Swim Tow Buoy
Improves visibility and offers flotation support during open water swims.
Bright Swim Cap
Increases swimmer visibility and enhances safety.
Goggles
Protects eyes and improves underwater visibility.