Redricks, near Harlow, Hertfordshire

Redricks Open Water Swimming Lake

experience · Wild swimming

Place photograph

5.2

Wildland

1–2 hours

Time

Paid

Cost

Peaceful

Feel

LakesideRemote countrysideSwimmers

Why it's Wildland

5.2

A former quarry site described in the supplied listing as a swimming lake, with swimming lanes and other water activities reported there. The available evidence does not independently verify the site’s facilities or current operating arrangements.

A purpose-described open-water swimming venue near Harlow offers a more structured alternative to an informal swim spot. Its appeal depends on current sessions and conditions, so confirm the practical details with the operator before setting out.

Peaceful

Find your way

Open map

Redricks, near Harlow, Hertfordshire

Opening map…

Explore around here Get directions

Know this place a little better?

Add photos Add video Add a waypoint Improve information Report a change

The experience

Plan around an authorised swimming session rather than treating this as an open-access lake. Confirm booking, induction requirements, equipment rules and conditions directly with the venue.

Things to do

Swim in an authorised session

The venue is identified as an open-water swimming lake. Confirm current sessions and entry requirements with the operator; do not assume access without permission.

Make a day of it

Quick escape · Allow for the booked session; duration not verified

1 — Quick Escape: a booked swim

01
Check directly with the venue whether swimming is operating and what booking or induction is required.
02
Confirm current entry, equipment and safety requirements before setting out.
03
Attend the authorised session and follow the venue’s instructions.

When to go

May · June · July · August · September · Check session times directly with the venue; no supported time-of-day recommendation is available.

The supplied listing recommends late spring to early autumn for warmer water, but gives no verified temperature or seasonal operating information.

Check current conditions and water information with the venue before swimming. Open-water temperatures can differ from the air temperature.

What to look for

The designated swimming area and any lane layout in use during your session. Other specific features are not established by the supplied evidence.

Best time to go

Late spring to early autumn is suggested in the supplied listing; check current water and session information before visiting.

The supplied listing suggests warmer months, from late spring to early autumn. Check session availability and conditions before travelling.

How long to spend

1–2 hours

Perfect for

Swimmers

Practical information

Opening & access

A managed open-water swimming venue. The supplied source includes a visitor report saying an induction must be booked before swimming; check current access, sessions and requirements with the venue before travelling.

Check before visiting

Parking

Check before visiting

Toilets

Check before visiting

Food & drink

Check before visiting

Dogs

Check before visiting

Accessibility

Check before visiting

Cost