We’re sharing everything you need to know about the falls and pools at Esk Falls, one of the Lake District’s most spectacular waterfalls.

If you’re looking for the best wild swimming spots in England, you’ll find them in the Lake District. With cliff top infinity pools, turquoise swimming holes that wouldn’t look out of place in Bali or Thailand, fairytale gorges, huge mossy canyon waterfalls, and of course remote tarns and lakes, the Lake District is a wild swimmer’s paradise. We’re sharing all the best spots in our guide to wild swimming in the Lake District.

The Eskdale Cave Waterfall cascades into a deep luminous green pool where rainbows often form in the spray. The walls of the overhang keep it shielded from the outside world and swimming here feels like you’ve stepped onto a movie set! We’re sharing how to find it and what to expect when you do.

Deep in one of the Lake District’s more remote valleys lies a hidden gorge waterfall, with crystal clear water and an atmosphere like no other. It’s not the easiest place to reach, but those willing to put in the effort will find a hidden paradise. We’re sharing exactly what to expect from the walk and swimming at the falls.

The hidden waterfalls of Church Beck have stunning blue pools, perfect for a refreshing dip. We’re sharing how to find them, as well as exactly what to expect from the trail and accessing the swimming spots.

Birks Bridge is an incredible wild swimming spot, with crystal clear emerald water that flows underneath a charming 18th century stone bridge. We’re sharing how to find it and what it’s like to swim there.

How to find the exquisite turquoise pools known as the Wasdale fairy pools (although really named the Wasdale Emerald Pool). We’re sharing how difficult the walk is, plus what it’s like to swim in the pools.

The Eskdale Valley is wild swimming paradise. In short, it’s the kind of place you hop on a plane hoping to find abroad and yet it’s right here in our own backyard. We sharing everything you need to know about getting to Tongue Pot and many other turquoise and emerald swimming holes nearby.

We’re sharing how to find the Buttermere infinity pool, what to expect when you do, and details on the more secluded pools just a short walk beyond.

Ritson’s Force is a spectacular turquoise waterfall which flows into a series of magical swimming holes. We’re sharing how to get there and what to expect when you do.

If you’re looking for an incredible wild swimming walk in the heart of the Lake District, look no further. The walk up to Buckstones Jump takes in a series of stunning waterfalls, all with picture perfect swimming holes. We’re sharing how to find them and what it’s like to swim in each pool.