Wild Water

A dive into the cold water swimming community at the highest beach in England.

Shot through the seasons over the period of 16 months, the documentary dives into the cold water swimming community of Gaddings Dam, Calderdale, West Yorkshire, home to the UK’s highest beach. The film tracks the breathtaking landscape and its community of wild swimmers, as they use the restorative powers of cold water to reconnect with their mental health, identity and the natural environment.

Directed by

Ben Davis

Original language

English

Released

10 February 2024