Set within the Whitmore Estate in Staffordshire, Whitmore Lakes is an outdoor wild swimming venue near Newcastle-under-Lyme. The secluded lakes offer a calm setting for open water swimming, water sports and competitive training, alongside wood-fired saunas and a range of wellbeing sessions.

Wild swimming spots like this suit anyone drawn to the outdoors, from beginners easing into open water to seasoned swimmers looking to train. With swim courses for all levels and private hire for groups, there is scope to visit casually or as part of an organised session.

Wild swimming

Swim courses

Water sports

Wood-fired saunas

Wellbeing sessions

Private group hire

Whitmore Lakes is a wild swimming venue on the Whitmore Estate near Newcastle-under-Lyme, Staffordshire.

Whitmore Lakes

Set in the centre of Newcastle-under-Lyme in Staffordshire, Jubilee2 is a council-run leisure centre offering swimming alongside fitness and wellbeing facilities for local residents. Run by Newcastle-under-Lyme Borough Council, it opens for more than 100 hours each week.

A leisure centre like this is a practical choice for regular swimming, whether you are doing lengths, taking a class or bringing the family. Sessions and classes can be booked in advance, and membership options are available for those who visit often.

Town centre location

Long opening hours

Membership available

Booking online

Council run

Jubilee2 is a council-run leisure centre with swimming in the centre of Newcastle-under-Lyme, Staffordshire.

Jubilee 2

Based in Newcastle, Staffordshire, Water Stars Swimming School teaches children and babies to swim across Newcastle-under-Lyme, Stoke-on-Trent and nearby areas. Lessons are split into stages, starting with Water Tots for little ones aged three months to three years, then moving through Mini Stars for beginners, Little Stars for intermediate swimmers and Water Stars for older, more advanced children.

A structured swim school can suit families who want their children to progress step by step, from first getting comfortable in the water to learning safety skills and developing proper technique across different strokes. Starting young often helps children build confidence early, which makes later stages feel more natural.

Baby and toddler lessons

Staged progression

Water safety focus

Stroke technique

Running since 2016

Children's and baby swimming lessons in Newcastle, Staffordshire, with staged classes from three months old through to advanced swimmers.

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