Swim - Mermaid's Dook

Join us for a dook at the greatest swimming spot at the cliffs, Mermaid's Kirk.

Before our swim we will enjoy a short 30 minute walk along the cliffs to the beautiful Dickmont's Den passing the stunning 'The Needles Eye', 'Seaman's Grave', and 'The Blowhole'. We will try some local coffee, learn how the tides and swell work, learn of Arbroath's interesting geology, Spot seabirds (and hopefully Dolphins) and hear tales of our Smuggling days.

(This is more of a dook than a big sea swim)

-INFO-

⏱️Time - 2hrs

📏Distance - 1.5 miles

💪General fitness and good mobility is required

🏊Being able to swim is essential

👯🏻People per tour - 8 people max

👦🏻Age - Minimum age 14 (Parents are responsible for under 18's)

⚠️1 parent per 1 child⚠️(2 children requires 2 parents)

💪-FITNESS LEVEL-💪

This swim spot is located at the bottom of a rocky cliff path. You must have general/good mobility for this tour.

Not recommended if you have any issues with walking.

If you have good mobility and general fitness then this tour is not too challenging. You can choose to be in the water for 10 seconds or 10minutes, whatever is comfortable for you.

There is a chance of slipping which could lead to injuries, broken bones etc...

-The total walk distance is roughly 1.5 miles on a walking path.

-There is 1 section where we walk down a rocky cliff path, not recommended for anyone that has issues with their legs or lower back.

🥶COLD WATER🥶

The North sea is cold and can drop to as low as 6°C, if you are not adapted to the cold water then it may come as quite a shock when you first enter the water. Feel free to ask your guide any questions and never stay in the water longer than what you are comfortable with. Always wear a wetsuit unless you are an experienced cold water swimmer/dooker

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Only open to groups of 4 or more

(TOP TIP) This tour only runs at high tide

⚠️THIS TOUR MAY NOT BE SUITABLE FOR YOU⚠️

This tour has some physical requirements due to the danger of the area. There are steep cliffs and slippy rocks.

You must -

1. Be confident on your feet and have general mobility
2. Be able to Swim
3. Have general fitness
4. Not afraid of heights

This tour includes a steep cliff path down to the swim location. Please make sure you have good mobility, not suitable for anyone with back or knee issues

⚠️IMPORTANT⚠️

The cliffs can be a dangerous environment and this tour is not suitable if you are not confident on your feet.

There is a chance of slipping which could lead to injuries, broken bones etc...

If you have ANY doubts in your mind about your abilities and/or have any knee or hip issues then please take extra care.

Your safety is our top priority and we want to make sure everyone is kept safe and happy.

If you have any questions then please feel free to message for more information.

⚠️UNDER 18's⚠️

There must be a ratio of 1 parent per 1 child.

Parents are fully responsible for under 18s. Our guides will of course look after you but please make sure you pay extra attention to your child to ensure your child's safety.

WHAT WILL I BRING?

💦A towel

🎒A backpack

🧥Warm clothes for after

📱A camera or phone

🥗Food+Drinks

🏊SWIMWEAR/GLOVES/BOOTS

-A wetsuit, boots and gloves

(Able to rent for £5)

Experienced cold water swimmers may wear a bathing suit

🥾WALKING FOOTWEAR

🟢🥾Great options - Hiking boots, running shoes, something with Ankle support

🟠👟Good options - grippy trainers/boots

🔴👠Bad options - Sandals, High heels, Clown shoes, Rollerskates

CLOTHES

🌞Summer

1. Shorts/trousers or Leggings
2. Hat
3. Sunscreen

❄️Winter

1. Warm Clothes
2. Thermal under layers
3. Rain jacket
4. Gloves
5. Hat

OPTIONAL

🥼A Dry Robe

1. Enjoy a refreshing Dook at the Arbroath cliff's greatest swimming spot
2. (OPTIONAL) Swim through a magnificent cave tunnel or try a small cliff jump
3. View beautiful locations such as 'The Needle's Eye', 'Seaman's Grave', 'The Blowhole' and 'Dickmont's Den'
4. Search for Dolphins, seabirds and insects
5. Watch our guide's demo of how the tides and swell of the North sea work

1. Hear tales of Arbroath's smuggling days
2. Learn about Arbroath's unique sandstone geology