Emily and Sophy, Watersedge Founders
Lakeside retreat for open-water swimming, contrast therapy, fitness and community
Located beside an eleven-acre lake in rural Worcestershire, Watersedge is a holistic wellness retreat combining open-water swimming, contrast therapy spa facilities, studio fitness classes, and a strong community environment.
A destination where wellness meets water, the open-water lake offers the biggest wild swimming loop in Worchester at 750m (with smaller loops available too), ideal for triathletes, enthusiasts and beginners alike.
Founded in 2022 by sisters Emily & Sophy in memory of their late mother, the vision behind Watersedge was to create a unique sense of community where all are welcome. Speaking about their journey so far, the sisters shared, “Our mother’s love for the outdoors inspired us to create a place where people could reconnect with themselves and find a sense of wellbeing amongst like-minded people. We’re so proud that Watersedge has become a place of wellbeing for our members and we’re so passionate about fostering a happy and positive environment for all.”
Along with open-water swimming, guests can benefit from the destination’s outdoor contrast therapy facilities. Wood-fired hot tubs, invigorating ice cabin, and a sauna overlooking the water support full-body rejuvenation, thanks to the physical and mental health benefits. The practice is often associated with nervous-system regulation, immune support, plus enhanced circulation, and guests can experience the facilities as part of a half- or full-day spa break.
Connection with each other and the natural surroundings is an essential ethos at Watersedge, as how we move, rest, and feel is shaped by who we do it with. Group studio fitness classes support the community environment, with lakeside aerial yoga, Pilates, bungee, cardio and mindfulness sessions designed to energise and relax. And for those wishing to hone their fitness journey, 1:1 coaching sessions support their wellness journey.
Holistic wellness seekers are invited to continue their restorative countryside retreat with an overnight stay. Onsite lakeside hot tub lodges, shepherd huts and a luxury 3-bed lakeside apartment offer a peaceful escape, and guests can partake in the variety of relaxing and invigorating experiences.
Promoting a healthy work-life balance is also an essential part of wellbeing, with corporate wellness days designed to foster team collaboration and reduce stress. Whether it’s relaxing in a wood-fired sauna, invigorating the senses with a fire-and-ice experience, or floating through an aerial sound bath in the serene lakeside studio, each day is crafted to suit a team’s unique needs. A holistic countryside wellness destination, Watersedge invites you to dip your toe and join its community of like-minded wellbeing enthusiasts.
For more information: https://watersedge.club/
