BE SAFE IN THE WATER
Coldingham Bay
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OUR CORE VALUES
BLUE & GREEN SPACES OPEN TO EVERYONE
Helping people feel healthier, safer, more confident and connected through the outdoors.
Health & Wellbeing
Supporting better mental and physical wellbeing through nature, movement and connection. From fully funded community opportunities to accessible wellbeing experiences, we create opportunities to get outdoors, build confidence and feel better.
Coaching
Develop your skills and confidence with guidance from qualified coaches and outdoor leaders. Whether you’re building your swimming technique, learning new outdoor skills or taking the next step in your adventure, we’ll help you progress at your own pace.
Water Safety
Helping people understand, respect and enjoy open water safely. We build knowledge, awareness and confidence around conditions, cold water, personal safety and the risks of swimming outdoors, helping people make informed decisions before entering the water.
Community
Bringing people together through shared experiences, friendship and a sense of belonging. From our CIC projects and social swims to community events and inclusive activities, we create welcoming spaces where everyone can get involved.
OUR CIC
THE OUTDOORS BELONG TO EVERYONE
Coldingham Brave Bayers is a Community Interest Company (CIC) using blue and green spaces to improve mental and physical wellbeing and bring people together. We believe everyone should have the opportunity to experience the benefits of nature and the outdoors, regardless of age, background, ability or circumstance.
Creating accessible, welcoming and inclusive opportunities is at the heart of what we do. Through our programmes, community projects and outdoor experiences, we work to remove barriers and help more people take part, connect with others and feel part of community life.
INCLUSION RECOGNISED
Our work has been recognised with a place as a finalist in the Inclusion Award category, recognising our commitment to making outdoor experiences more accessible, welcoming and inclusive. The nomination celebrates our work to remove barriers and create opportunities for more people to experience nature, connect with others and take part in recreation and community life.
MEET THE COACHES
LOCAL KNOWLEDGE. REAL EXPERIENCE.
Every session is led by experienced, qualified outdoor leaderss with an in-depth knowledge of our coastline, waters and local environment. We combine professional expertise with local knowledge to create safe, welcoming and rewarding experiences, helping everyone enjoy the outdoors with confidence.
PLACES WE SWIM
WILD PLACES, CAREFULLY CHOSEN
From sheltered bays for your first dip to wilder open-water adventures, we choose our locations carefully, reading the weather, water and conditions and always considering the group. We know these places, we respect the water and we're here to help you enjoy it safely, confidently and together.
NEXT EVENTS
COME ALONG TO SOMETHING SOON
Seasonal swims, coastal walks and community gatherings — everyone's welcome, whatever your experience.
Course
Sun 20 September
Wild Swimming & Yoga for Wellbeing
Are you interested in improving your mental, physical and social wellbeing through wild swimming and associated activities...
Morning
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Course
Wed 21 October
Wild Swimming & Art for Wellbeing
Would you like to feel calmer and more confident around the sea, understand the coastline better, and explore how breath,...
Evening
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Course
Thu 12 November
Cold Dipping for Wellbeing
Join Coldingham Brave Bayers for a supportive 4-week introduction to cold-water dipping, combining guided cold-water...
Evening
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New to Brave Bayers?
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FROM OUR COMMUNITY
BEYOND THE BAY
Stories from the people, places and adventures that take our community beyond the shoreline — in and on the water, and out in nature.
CSR & PARTNERSHIPS
MAKE A DIFFERENCE
CLOSER TO HOME
Partner with Brave Bayers to give your team meaningful outdoor experiences while helping more people access blue and green spaces and supporting the places we all share.
YOUR PEOPLE
Wellbeing & stronger teams
YOUR COMMUNITY
More opportunities for local people
OUR ENVIRONMENT
Care for the places we share
500 HOURS
community wellbeing courses delivered
135 ITEMS
safety equipment distributed
83%
reported increase in wellbeing
