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Higham Lakes - H2oTrails
Welcome to Higham Lakes – Home to safe Lifeguarded Swimming sessions ran by Fenwick Ridley
We have a lovely community of swimmers at our new beautiful location here at Higham Lakes
We offer regular group swim sessions, private lessons, group lessons, paddle boarding lessons and sessions, event days and finally we also run Sauna and dips sessions.
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Pool Bridge Farm
We have four very different lakes for you to choose from. Or why not try them all? Each lake having its very own unique feel and character.
We welcome children to visit us until the end of September and to SUP until the end of October
We are open every day from 8 am and the lakes close at 7:45pm, with all customers off site by 8pm. All customers wishing to gain access to the lake or lakeside must have a valid ticket.
The Q Lake is our family and group lake and a favourite of the early-morning swimmers too. The 7-acre lake offers big horizons, abundant wildlife and stunning scenery, along with jetties and ramps at entry points for lots of fun before the long hot summer of ‘25 comes to an end. This is the lake to head to if you have children with you (during September) or are coming as a large group. The Q lake is also where you can paddleboard or use your inflatable kayaks. We don’t hire boards out so you need to bring your own and a 2-hour timeslot needs to be pre-booked. See our SUP page for more information.
The Monet Lake is a tranquil lake with the lake and lakeside to be used for activities such as relaxing, reading, meditating or chatting quietly with a friend. The 200m long lake, situated just through the open changing area, takes its name from Claude Monet, the French impressionist painter, due to the large lily pads that run down the centre of the lake. Steps provide easy access to this stunning lake with its large grass banks providing plenty of room to relax after a swim.
The M Lake, shaped like the letter ‘M’, is around 500m around the perimeter of this lake, depending on the route taken. Our Saunas are situated around M Lake. The decking areas around the saunas are for sauna users only. If you are only swimming, please use the other entry points that are not the sauna steps.
The Horseshoe Lake with its 300m circuit, is a favourite for many of our regular swimmers. This lake tends to be quite peaceful, however lots of swimmers use this lake for exercise and training. The lake can be found to the left of the track heading to the Meadows campsite.
Pool Bridge Farm, Wheldrake Lane, Crockey Hill, York, North Yorkshire, YO19 4SQ
07928 359 420
North Yorkshire Water Park
Welcome to North Yorkshire Water Park, the ultimate destination for adventure, excitement, and unforgettable fun!
Our park is home to one of Yorkshire’s largest water sports lakes, spanning an incredible 250 hectares of pure thrill!
Whether you’re diving into action on the water or exploring our many land-based adventures, there’s something here for everyone, from adrenaline junkies to family fun seekers.
So grab your gear, gather your group, and get ready to make a splash… because adventure starts here!
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