Selkie Henley Classic

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In this celebration of mid-summer, the Selkie Henley Classic provides a unique opportunity to swim in one of the most famous stretches of open water. Swim into the sunrise in this beautiful early morning 2.1km swim.
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Selkie Henley Classic
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Calendar
Sun, 27 Jun 2021
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Remenham, United Kingdom
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4.8
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Where and when
Location
Remenham, Henley-on-Thames RG9 3DD, UK
Start times
Sun, 27 Jun 2021
Selkie Henley Classic:
4:20am
Races summary
Here's what races are available for Selkie Henley Classic
Selkie Henley Classic
Swim
2.1km
£45.00 - £55.00
Route information
The course is a straight line, point-to point-swim (ie no turns) and takes advantage of the stunning course of the Henley Royal Regatta. The swim is upstream, the strength of the stream varies from year-to-year, ensuring that no two events are the same.
**Water Temperature
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The water temperature at the Classic depends upon both the outside temperature and the quantity of rainfall in the days and weeks running up to the event. It is therefore very difficult to predict.
Based on previous years, at the end of June, it's expected that the water will be between 17 and 19 degrees centigrade.
Start Waves
Wave 1 (Juniors & Sporting)
Select this wave if you are either a junior (14-17 on race day) or if you wish to swim at leisure or alongside friends.
Please note Junior swimmers will be set off slightly in advance of the sporting wave.
Wave 2
Select this wave if you comfortably average between 2 mins 15 secs and 2 mins 30 secs per 100m during a distance swim.
Wave 3
Select this wave if you comfortably average between 2 mins and 2 mins 15 secs per 100m during a distance swim.
Wave 4
Select this wave if you comfortably average between 1 min 45 secs and 2 mins per 100m during a distance swim.
Wave 5 (Performance)
Select this wave if you wish to race hard (likely to be in the top 100 swimmers) and average below 1min 45 secs per 100m during a distance swim.
What's included
  • Parking
  • Toilets and changing facilities
  • Hot & cold drinks & snacks will be available at the main event area
Train
How to get there
Remenham, Henley-on-Thames RG9 3DD, UK
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Parking
Parking is available at the event venue.
Camping
Camping will be available on the Saturday night at Glebe Campsite, a short distance from the main event are for £19 per person.
Event day logistics
Schedule
Exact timings will be available in the event information pack. Its recommended that entrants arrive 90 minutes before their start time
Elite Entrants
In the Selkie Henley Classic, elite adult swimmers will be participating in the Performance wave. All swimmers that are 17 or under on the day of the race will swim in the Junior wave.
Wetsuits are optional for all swimmers.
Saturday Evening Registrations
The venue will be open on Saturday afternoon for anyone who would like to register for the event early.
Saturday Supper
There will be a supper available for campers and anyone staying locally, more information will be available closer to the event date.
Backpack
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Wetsuit Hire
Wetsuits will be available for hire closer to the event date.
FAQs
What is the minimum age for the Selkie Henley Classic?
You have to be 14 years old to take part in the Selkie Henley Classic!
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Do you have to wear a wetsuit for the Selkie Henley Classic?
Wetsuits are optional for this event!
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Is there any event memorabilia at the Selkie Henley Classic?
A full range of Henley Swim merchandise is available from Selkie Swim Co. Selkie will be selling event clothing at the Henley Classic, or it can be purchased in advance of the event from their website.
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What is the Henley Swimmers Forum?
A Facebook Forum called Henley Swim Chatter has been set up, where you are able to discuss anything with fellow swimmers from nutrition and training tips to event transport. https://www.facebook.com/groups/henleyswimchatter
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Reviews
4.8
2 reviews
B Kelly
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5.0
Did the race in 2019
Great event. Particular shout out to the events staff-incredibly helpful, friendly and smiling.... Even at 2am!!!A good course for a less experienced river swimmer as it's a v straight wide course. The beginning in my wave (2.00-2.30min/100m) was very bunched up for some distance-which took a bit of the edge of enjoyment)-this was by far the most popular category.... Any way to split this group in future would probably help overall experience.
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4.7
Did the race in 2014
It was a great swim, the furthest I had ever done! Very early start but that's to be expected. If you park at the start don't forget you are going to have to walk all the way back to your car so be prepared for a walk along a tow path!
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