Penshurst Place Lake
PENSHURST PLACE, PENSHURST, TONBRIDGE, KENT, TN11 8DG
Tuesdays 5pm – 7pm May – October
Tucked away in the Penshurst Place Estate, lies a beautiful lake which now eagerly awaits our Tri Swim community.
Accessed via an ancient avenue of trees through a green meadow, with neighbouring wildlife and nature either side, Lancup Well is a tranquil and unique place for a wild swim, set against the backdrop of historic Penshurst Place.
Lancup Well is exclusively offered to Tri Swim for our swimmers only, so why not join us and add a little “shhh” to your swim, with a quiet, relaxing and peaceful swim at this beautiful, historic estate.
The real draw of Penshurst Place lake (Lancup Well Lake) is its quiet and peaceful location, making it a perfect spot for wild swimmers, families, outdoor enthusiasts, dippers and those new to open water swimming. The size of the lake perimeter is 400m with a shallow, walk-in bay entrance to the water.
We are really excited to introduce our new Tour, Tea and Swim packages this summer, where you will be given a tour of the house or gardens followed by a spot of afternoon tea and a refreshing open water swim in the lake.
Don’t fancy the tour? Don’t worry – you can still enjoy a swim at this gorgeous location every other Wednesday!
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Swim Details:
Unlike our other venues, Penshurst is totally exclusive to TriSwim, meaning that we must escort you on and off site. For this reason, the start of the swim session is the time you must arrive, however you can leave any time.
Summer swim times: Arrive 17:00 – Depart 19:00
Winter swim times: Arrive 10:30 – Depart 12:00
Meeting point: Porcupine Pantry at Penshurst Place.
Toilets and disabled toilets are available
Due to the nature and location of Lancup Well Lake, those with poor mobility may struggle with the walk to the lake, however disabled access via a path is available.
No formal changing facilities, so please come dressed and ready to swim and be prepared to go home damp.
No dogs allowed unless guide dogs
Wetsuits are tow floats are not obligatory, but we do ask that you wear a brightly coloured swim hat.
Wetsuit hire and tow float hire available.
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You do not need a TriSwim annual membership to swim at any TriSwim venue. You can swim with us as a non member, but joining with us will discount each swim and comes with LOADS of great benefits.
Upon your first visit, we will require every swimmer to undertake a short safety briefing. This is to ensure you are given all the appropriate information to keep you safe and enjoy your swimming experience. Your safety briefing is free with your membership and will consist of a dry land safety briefing and a 5 minute water based safety briefing – it is quick and easy!
Please note that children under the age of 12 can swim FOR FREE with each paying adult but must remain under your supervision at all times.
The real draw of Penshurst Place lake (Lancup Well Lake) is its quiet and peaceful location, making it a perfect spot for wild swimmers, families, outdoor enthusiasts, dippers and those new to open water swimming. The size of the lake perimeter is 400m with a shallow, walk-in bay entrance to the water.
TriSwim Website Terms and Conditions
By booking a swim on the TriSwim website, you agree to abide by the following terms and conditions:
- Non-Member Bookings: If you are booking a swim as a 'non-member,' you must create a username profile to provide safety information. Non-member bookings are non-transferable and non-refundable. To enjoy the benefit of refunding and rescheduling a swim, please join as a member.
- Child/Young Adult Policy: Children and young adults under the age of 16 swim free with each paying adult on a 1:1 ratio. No separate booking is required for the child as they will remain under your supervision on-site at all times.
- Photography Consent: By booking and attending a swim with TriSwim, you agree to occasionally have your photo taken for use in social media and editorial publications. You can opt out of having your image used by emailing us at info@triswim.org.uk.
- Child Supervision: Any child under the age of 16 using the "free swim" pass must have a responsible adult in the water and on-site with them at all times.
- Safety Equipment: The use of a brightly colored swim hat and/or a safety tow float is mandatory in the water at all times.
- Wetsuit Policy: Wetsuits are not mandatory, but we recommend considering one in cooler temperatures or for first-time open water swimmers.
- Nudity: Nudity is strictly prohibited both in the water and in public areas.
- Assumption of Risk: Open water swimming with TriSwim is considered a safe and supported activity. However, there is an inherent risk involved. It is your responsibility to ensure you are fit and healthy enough to participate and to manage your swimming ability in open water.
- Compliance with Staff: If a lifeguard or staff member asks you to exit the water, you agree to do so without complaint. Any disagreements can be addressed by emailing us at info@triswim.org.uk.
- Safety Briefing and Guidelines: Upon arrival for a swim, you agree to listen to the Head lifeguard safety briefing and follow all guidelines and safety procedures provided.
- Responsibility for the Environment: Swimming at TriSwim venues is a privilege. You agree to protect the water and the onsite environment by taking any rubbish home with you, avoiding damage to facilities or flora and fauna, refraining from abusive behavior towards staff or other users, and not accessing the site for open water swimming outside of organized TriSwim sessions.
Joanna Jackson Matthew (verified owner) –
The Penshurst Place lake is such a beautiful tranquil spot . Being immersed in such pure waters among such stunning scenery on a long awaited Summer sunny evening was heart warming. . Definitely on my list of favourite places.