Spend a dreamy long Summer weekend off grid with Swim Sistas, wild swimming on the stunning North Cornwall coast.
Think coast path hikes with iconic ocean views, golden sand beaches, sunrise dips and distance swims. Lying on sun warmed rocks next to turquoise tide pools by day and sleeping peacefully under the stars in cliff top Tipis and shepherds huts by night. A breath workshop builds confidence swimming in open water, Yoga centres mind and body, and a wood fired sauna sets you up for a blissful nights sleep under canvas.
UPCOMING DATES
4-7 July, 2025
29 Aug – 1 Sept, 2025
LOCATION
The Cliff Top, Bedruthan Steps beach, Cornwall, UK
PRICES
From £624 (Early Bird Offer until 28th February)
ACCOMMODATION
Our home for the weekend is the wonderful Seaview Tipis. Unplug from modern life and enjoy this unique setting on the North Cornwall coast above Bedruthan Steps. We won’t need apps or webcams to check the forecast, just take a peek out of your tipi for sweeping Atlantic views.
Your tipi is furnished with bed(s), crisp fresh sheets, cosy blankets, low tables and lanterns. You will find a camping stove and kettle and all you need to make tea and coffee. Each tipi has its own fire pit and picnic bench and we have a communal tipi space for reading, relaxing and chatting to your fellow Swim Sistas.
2 eco loos and 2 gas powered hot showers are just a few minutes walk (max) from your tipi. Showers are on and hot 24/7 so there is always lovely warm water waiting for you. Shampoo, conditioner and hand wash are provided.
MEALS
Delicious home cooked breakfasts, lunches and evening meals are included in your retreat weekend. The lovely team from Agweres cater for us with provenance, seasonality and the hearty appetite of swimmers in mind.
Agweres work closely with Newquay Orchard CSA and base our menus around their seasonal availability of vegetables and herbs. Eggs are sourced from Penbugle, an organic farm in South East Cornwall, milk from Trink; a forward thinking dairy in West Cornwall, who prioritise animal welfare, caring for the environment, and the quality of their milk over mass
production. To complement these local ingredients Agweres also use chickpeas, beans, and olive oil from artisanal organic producers in Portugal, and panela and cacao from Columbia all shipped to Cornwall by sail by New Dawn
Traders.
Tea and coffee are provided and we will also provide a couple of large cool boxes in our communal space for everyone to use for any extra snacks and cold drinks. Remember we are off-grid so no electricity on site (there is a small battery that will charge phones though if needed).
We are happy to cater to different diet requirements but please let us know prior to the retreat
ITINERARY *
SWIMMING
We have included 6 swims in our long weekend, a mixture of distance swims (max 2km) from some of our favourite North coast beaches and coves and swims/dips in some beautiful tidepools. On Saturday and Sunday we’ve combined one of our swims with a coastal walk, because in our eyes there is nothing better than exploring the South West coast path and arriving at your dream swim spot!
We’ve included a Swim Forecasting session for anyone that is wanting to better understand coastal conditions and how to find those safe and sheltered spots when planning independent swim trips.
This Swim weekend is suitable for distance swimmers up to 2km & dippers and splashers alike. Whether you like to push yourself with distance, take it slow and steady or just get in and get wet, we are ready for you and no one will be held back or taken out of their comfort zone.
Our Swim Sistas Guides are experts in their field and happiest in the ocean, you will be safe and happy in their hands as they help you to fine tune your swim technique, accompany your open water swims and share their strategies for ocean confidence with you.
YOGA, BREATHWORK & A WOOD FIRED SAUNA
Your weekend retreat includes a breath workshop to develop open water and cold water confidence, and a restorative Yoga session to stretch out those swim tired limbs.
We have also included a wood fired sauna session to warm up and de-toxify after an exciting day’s swimming and exploring. Listening to the waves below and watching the sunset, its a pretty special place to enjoy your Sauna experience.
WHAT TO BRING
Bring at least two sets of swimwear, a full wetsuit or shortie if you would like to swim in one, swim goggles, a tow float, a swim hat if you have one (hint – there will also be one in your goody bag!), Dry robe if you have one, 2 towels (fast drying advisable), day sac (its easier to carry a ruck sac style bag than a tote bag style when walking on the coast path).
A torch, comfy bed, soaps, toilet roll, furnishings, hot water bottle and fire pit with wood are all included in your stay.
GETTING HERE:
If you are driving yourself then there is an exclusive car park for us at Seaview Tipis, in easy walking distance of your Tipi. Alternatively take a train to Newquay Train Station, or fly to Newquay Airport (NQY) and we can organise a transfer for you (this is included in the weekend for those that need it). Check train options at www.thetrainline.com and flight options at www.skyscanner.net
Please drop us a line to discuss travel options that will work the best for you.
HOW TO BOOK
| Tipi option | Early Bird Price per person | Full Price Price per person | ||
| Shared Tipi for 3 people (single beds) | £624 | £724 | ||
| Shared Tipi for 2 people (Double or twin beds) | £699 | £799 | ||
| Solo Occupancy Tipi (double bed) | £875 | £975 | ||
| Solo Occupancy Shepherds Hut (double bed) | £899 | £999 |
Please use the Paypal links below to book your space with a £300 deposit or the full amount. If you choose to book with a deposit the remainder is due 8 weeks prior to departure.
Once we have received your booking deposit or full payment your space is confirmed and we will email you through a full booking confirmation with some booking questions to complete to help us tailor the retreat to you.
If you have any questions at all please do get in touch
WHATS INCLUDED:
- 3 nights Wild Glamping accommodation in our stunning location overlooking the iconic Bedruthan Steps in North Cornwall, UK.
- All meals freshly and lovingly prepared by our retreat chef
- Tea, coffee and biscuits
- 6 guided swims with our Swim Sistas Swim guides
- Swim forecasting class with our lead Swim Sistas coach
- Breathwork Session
- Yoga class
- 1 hr Wood Fired Sauna Session
- Return Transfers if required from Newquay Train Station or Newquay Airport
- Beautiful Surf Sistas tote bag filled with useful & delicious goodies
Do you have questions about the retreat? send us an email and we will be very happy to help you.
FAQs
Security:
The tipi field is fully enclosed and has private access for Seaview Tipis guests only. The gates into the tipi field are locked with a combination padlock which guests have the code for.
Swim Sistas and Seaview Tipis do not accept any responsibility for guests’ possessions during your stay. Please do not bring valuables. While you are swimming one member of Swim Sistas staffs oversees everyones bags/towels etc.
Phone Charging:
We will have battery packs to charge phones from.
Accessibility:
The retreat itinerary includes walking on uneven ground, at the top of high cliffs on designated Coastal Paths, and some easy rock scrambles to access tidepools. We would like to make this retreat as accessible as possible so please do contact us with any questions and concerns.
Cancellation Terms
If after booking you find that you are unable join us on the retreat for any reason please confirm this to us in writing and we will refund your spot according to the terms below:
Cancellation more than 49 days prior to the retreat – 20% of full retreat price is non-refundable
Cancellation 30-49 days prior to retreat – 50% of full retreat price is non-refundable.
Cancellation 21 – 30 days prior to retreat – 70% of full retreat price is non-refundable.
Cancellation within 20 days of retreat – Full retreat price is non-refundable.
If we are forced to cancel the retreat for any reason we will offer you the choice of a full refund, credit note or postponed dates, whichever is your preference.
We recommend that you take out travel insurance at the same time as you pay your deposit to ensure you have the maximum coverage for any reason you may need to cancel.
Please click here for our full terms and conditions of booking.
