Go Wild Swimming In Dublin, Just Like The ‘Bad Sisters’

Share to Facebook Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin I am about shin-deep in the Irish Sea, my hands flapping about like hummingbird wings, as I question my judgement. I’m gasping for air, as the shock of the chill 50 degree Fahrenheit water laps at my knees. The air temperature is about the same, with a fine mist falling—romantic weather for a stroll on the strand, but not generally inviting for bathing.

At Forty Foot, the Bad Sisters crew are clad full wet suits, while the actors like Ann-Marie ...

[+] Duff braved the chill Irish Sea in their bathing togs. Courtesy of Apple “Once you can control your breath, you’ll be fine,” assured Susan Dillon, a coach from SwimCamp Ireland. With most every fiber of my being calling me back to shore, where hot cocoa and a fluffy windbreaker robe awaited, I took another step into the water.

Anantara The Marker Dublin Hotel has contracted with SwimCamp, a specialist in open water swimming, to help guests enjoy “ wild swimming ,” as the Irish call it. The luxury hotel chain prizes offering uniquely local experiences to guests, and a cold plunge in the Irish Sea is certainly that. The activity took off in Dublin during the pandemic, and was a highlight of the TV show “ Bad Sisters ,” Sharon Horgan’s black comedy returning to Apple TV+ in November.

In it, the tight-knit siblings regularly gather at The Forty Foot, a storied swimming spot about a half hour from Dublin City, to discuss their questionable choices before jumpin.