The West Midlands comprises of the counties of Herefordshire, Shropshire, Staffordshire, Warwickshire, and Worcestershire as well as the metropolitan county of West Midlands and the city of Birmingham.
The West Midlands region is a beautiful and diverse area with plenty of opportunities for wild swimming. From the crystal-clear streams of the Shropshire Hills to the vast lakes of Cannock Chase and the powerful beauty of the River Severn, the area has plenty to offer.
That’s before we even get to the array of stunning rivers, canals, and reservoirs that the region has in abundance. With such a diverse landscape and an abundance of natural swimming spots, the West Midlands is a great place to explore the outdoors and discover the joys of wild swimming.
Here, we’ve listed some of our favorite wild swimming locations in the West Midlands by county for your perusal:
Herefordshire
Staffordshire
Shropshire
Warwickshire
St. Nicholas’ Park, Warwick, River Avon