Experience Night Swimming
Find your confidence beyond the pool. Learn the essentials of open water swimming with our friendly coaches at Buckland Park Lake in Surrey.
A different kind of lake time
As daylight fades, discover a new side to The SHAC Lagoon. Join fellow swimmers for an atmospheric evening on the water, with our qualified safety team on duty throughout. (Seasonal availability)
Select your preferred time.
What to Bring
Bring your usual swimming kit, plus:
Suitable lights attached to your goggles, wetsuit or tow float, so lifeguards can see you throughout your swim.
A tow float - required for every night swimmer. Limited hire available at £5.
A torch for finding your way around the site.
A towel, warm clothes and a hot drink for afterwards.
Before you swim
Night swimming is for confident swimmers who can swim at least 400m.
Participants must be over 10 years old.
Under-16s must wear a wetsuit.
Check in and collect your wristband before entering the water.
Follow the safety briefing, keep your distance and look up regularly.
Non-participating visitors cannot access the beach.
Wetsuits in colder water
If you are aged 16 or over and choose to swim without a wetsuit below 12°C, you must acknowledge the associated risks before entering the water.
Ready to see the lake differently?
Bring your lights, wrap up for afterwards and join us for some memorable lake time.
Swim Pass
Buy 10 Swims and Enjoy 12
Make more time for the lake with our swim pass. Pay for 10 open water swims and get 2 free - that’s 12 sessions to enjoy at The Shac, Buckland Park Lake.
Gift Vouchers
Give an adventure at the shaC
Treat someone to fresh air, lake time and a little adventure. SHAC gift vouchers can be put towards swimming, paddleboarding or wellbeing sessions at Buckland Park Lake.