Black Moss Pot — Attraction in Great Britain

I first heard of Blackmoss Pot as a hidden gem in Borrowdale, Lake District national park. A deep, natural pool formed in the River Langstrath. Setting off from Stonethwaite, the walk itself was part of the adventure—about an hour along a stony path that meandered through meadows, past dry-stone walls, and into the quiet valley. The sound of rushing water grew louder as I get closer, mingling with the occasional bleat of sheep on the fellsides. When I arrived, I was struck by how wild and secluded the place felt. The river narrowed dramatically between two steep rock faces, carving out a dark, glassy pool. The water was so clear I could see smooth stones lying on the bottom. Locals had told me it was a popular spot for wild swimming, and sure enough. I dipped my hand in and felt the sharp chill of mountain water—refreshing, but a little intimidating. After some hesitation, I decided to take the plunge myself. The cold was shocking at first, stealing my breath, but soon it felt invigorating, as though the river was washing away every trace of tiredness from the hike. Floating on my back, I looked up at the sky framed by rugged crags and realised why this place was so beloved: it felt untouched, elemental, almost secret. After swimming, I sat on a sun-warmed rock to dry off, watching the water tumble downstream where it widened again into shallows. Time seemed to slow there; the valley was hushed, save for the rushing river and the call of distant birds. Leaving Blackmoss Pot, I felt as though I had visited more than just a swimming hole—it was a place of raw beauty, both exhilarating and peaceful, that lingered in my mind long after...

Amazing place. We have been there 8 times now and the swimmimg and scenery is to die for. We have been when it is literally just us...or a few other people. We went this weekend gone and it was absolutely packed with people....just not the right people. Bunches of people from Liverpool shouting...swearing....treating a natural beauty spot like it was a butlins. Bit of sun and they all come running. Disrespecting the environment by having bbqs when your not allowed and playing loud music spooking the local sheep. I find it absolutely deplorable that they also leave rubbish about the place and smoke weed around their kids. Basically just a bunch of chavs treating the place like a local centre parcs and ruining it for everyone else who wants to enjoy a quiet beauty spot. If your like this...please stick to cheap trips to benidorm because this isn't the place for your obnoxious behaviour. I would stay clear on very hot days on the weekend where these creatures are there..stick to a nice hot weekday if possible otherwise it may ruin your day having to listen to some tool shout and swear at his mates to jump of the edge and nearly kill some poor...

It was very beautiful. To reach there is simple you can follow the google map. However for the parking you can park on the roadside for free when you go forward towards langsrath inn, because inn only lets its customers to park on its space.

You can follow the way from the village there are few pubs and inn. You walk through there and you can see two trail both trail will reach at the same place so you can take any. We chose right because left one was locked and it was being repaired or something.

Then, reaching at the black moss pot. Weather was not so great for us as it was raining and water flow was quite strong. Nevertheless, we took a cold bath on the side as in the main area it seemed very dangerous to take a dive in. Water colour was very different and it was turtoise colour.

Be safe, if you are going on off weather. Our weather was hot at first but then it took a turn into a rainy. Do not underestimate the water currents as it seems quite a depth...