The Art of Wild Swimming Scotland

by Anna Deacon, Vicky Allan

What makes the perfect swim?
It’s all about the most magical locations (and how to protect them), finessing your kitbag, keeping yourself and others safe . . . and maybe discovering a nice place for a warm-up cuppa and cake.
Whether you’re a seasoned dipper or a fledgling, The Art of Wild Swimming is the ultimate guide to becoming an awesome, joyful and responsible swimmer.
From the dramatic turquoise bays of Orkney to the peaty lochs of the Cairngorms, the thundering waterfalls of Skye to the calm depths of a reservoir in the Pentlands. Locals who know the secrets of their patch share over 100 spectacular dookin’ spots across Scotland. Now they are yours to explore too.

250 pages, Hardcover

Published October 26, 2021

Reviews

[Liz Moffat · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book has some beautiful photographs in it and is a guidebook to all the best places to go wild swimming in Scotland. Filled with personal stories and favourite spots. It is also filled with tips to get started, safety aspects, kit to take and food and drink to eat afterwards. A lovely book to keep.

[Justin M. · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good practical guidebook to swimming in around Scotland. The first half of the book gave some nice tips (if a bit obvious) The second half the book was purely a guide to different parts of Scotland and had many places to swim in.

[Jo · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very informative. Noted down places to visit for future adventures. Good for both newbies and more experienced dookers.

[Rachael · Rating 5 out of 5]

So informative with gorgeous pictures!