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Older, Bolder, Colder |Sunday 27th September |Wild Swim & Author Afternoon in Garlieston
Older, Bolder, Colder |Sunday 27th September |Wild Swim & Author Afternoon in Garlieston
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Sunday 27th September
Garlieston & The Hive Café
Swim from 2pm
Adventure has no age limit!
Join us for a relaxed and inspiring afternoon of wild swimming, conversation and cake with author & wild swimmer Sara Barnes.
We'll begin with a refreshing wild swim at Garlieston Harbour, embracing the invigorating power of the open water and enjoying time with like-minded swimmers. Afterwards, we'll warm up and head to The Hive Café, meeting there at 3pm for a complimentary hot drink and a delicious slice of cake.
Then settle in for an informal and inspiring author chat with Sara Barnes, exploring adventure, confidence, getting older and embracing life to the full. Expect stories, conversation, laughter and plenty of inspiration for your next adventure.
Think of it as our unofficial Wigtown Book Festival event — because with no wild swimming or adventure women featuring at this year's festival, we thought we'd create our own!
This is a feel-good afternoon for anyone who believes that getting older doesn't mean slowing down. Whether you're already an outdoor swimmer or simply love hearing stories of adventure and finding the confidence to try something new, come along and join us.
Because we might be getting older, but we're also getting older, bolder and colder!
What's included?
- Guided wild swim at Garlieston Harbour from 2pm
- Meet at The Hive Café at 3pm
- Complimentary hot drink & delicious slice of cake
- Informal author talk and conversation with Sara Barnes
- An inspiring afternoon with like-minded people who believe adventure has no age limit
Come for the swim. Stay for the stories. Leave feeling inspired.
No refunds will be given unless the event is cancelled by us. In the event of cancellation, a voucher will be issued for the full value of your booking to be used towards a future event.
IMPORTANT INFO!
We always want you to have a safe, fun and memorable swim. Here’s what you need to know before joining us:
✅ Safety First
- Outdoor swimming has risks (cold water, wildlife, slippery rocks, weather).
- Always listen to your guide and follow instructions.
✅ Your Responsibility
- You must be over 18 and a confident swimmer.
- Be honest about any medical conditions (e.g. heart issues, asthma, pregnancy, diabetes).
- Don’t take part if you’ve had alcohol or drugs.
✅ Weather & Cancellations
- Sessions may change or be cancelled if conditions aren’t safe.
✅ Respect
- Be respectful to others, the environment, and local communities.
By taking part, you accept these conditions and understand that you join at your own risk.
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