If you enjoy connecting with nature (and a little exercise to boot), you won’t want to miss this fabulous evening in the bookshop as we talk to local writer and wild swimmer Sarah Banks about her new book, ‘Wild Swimming Walks: Yorkshire’.

Whether you’re a hiker, swimmer, history lover or weekend adventurer, an evening with Sarah will provide you with the inspiration and the information to explore Yorkshire’s wildest corners with confidence.

Offering a new way to see and experience our wonderfully diverse county, Sarah’s book features a ground-breaking collection of walks that will guide you to 28 invigorating, wild swimming spots.

Whether you’ve already made a splash into wild swimming or just the idea of seeking hidden waterfalls, secluded river beaches and coastal coves appeals, we’d definitely recommend you join us for a refreshing dip into Sarah’s book!

We can’t wait to hear how Sarah collated all the useful information including directions, points of interest and insights into an area’s history and ecology to put together ‘Wild Swimming Walks:Yorkshire’.

Step away from the demands of everyday life and let Sarah be your guide as you learn about spectacular secret spots, staying safe, being sensitive to nature and the benefits of wild swimming.

Sarah is also the author of the best-selling 2023 title ‘Wild Guide North East England’.