9:30pm: April FOOL MOON Dip/Swim: Glencorse Reservoir (Meet at Cafe)
Schedule
Wed Apr 01 2026 at 09:25 pm to 11:00 pm
UTC+01:00Location
Glencorse Reservoir | Penicuik, SC
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Meet at Pentland Hills Cafe Express in Pentland Hills Regional Park (Flotterstone) car park from 9:25pm.. It is 25 minute (2km) walk each way to swim spot along road. Swim footwear advisable though not essential. Ability to hop over a wall required. (Actual swim time will be 10:00pm)Skinny Dippers, Textiles and Wet-Suit Swimmers Welcome.
Water Temp expected to be around 7c so bring lots of extra layers and a hot drink for afterwards.
# All swims at own risk #
The bank will be lit up with several flood-lights.
We will swim/dip close to the shoreline for 5-15min max.
If it is raining or the wind speed is above 100mph then this event may be cancelled. Check by 5pm on the day to see if going ahead or not
Cold Water Safety: https://www.facebook.com/groups/glencorseswimmers/permalink/823766288957384
A limited supply of gloves, neoprene socks and changing mats are also available.
More information: https://www.leelivephotographer.com/swimming-at-glencorse-reservoir
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Glencorse Reservoir, The Flotterstone Inn, Penicuik, EH26 0, United KingdomEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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