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Two-Mile
Swim 2mi
Swim Serpentine
- London
- 6,000 participants
- By London Marathon Events
- Possible light rain overnight
Top tags:
Stunning scenery
Friendly atmosphere
Incredible crowds
Children with Cancer UK Swim Serpentine is a one-day open water swimming festival staged in the heart of London. Organised by London Marathon Events, the festival is held in and around the beautiful Serpentine in Hyde Park, the venue for the open water swimming competition at the London 2012 Olympic Games. Children with Cancer UK Swim Serpentine is already a must-do event in the open water swimming calendar.
The event offers a safe, inclusive environment for swimmers of all abilities, who we look forward to welcoming to the Serpentine in September.
Review summary
4.8
6 Reviews
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- Organisation
- Atmosphere
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Sue P
"Really well organised, buzzing atmosphere! Good selection of after swim snacks..."
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dave f
"I loved this event I only starting swimming properly less than 3 yrs ago and..."
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Lynda C
"I do this every year and really enjoy it. It is easy to get to, well organised..."
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How to enter the Swim Serpentine
One-Mile
Swim 1miHalf-Mile
Swim 0.5mi
Swim Serpentine routes
THE COURSES
Half-Mile Swim: This is a half lap of the Serpentine. Perfect for those after a fast and furious race, as well as those looking for a shorter, more manageable (but still tough!) swim.
One-Mile Swim: The classic distance. This is easily the most popular race of the festival, consisting of one lap around the lake.
Two-Mile Swim: A more challenging swim for those who want one, this is two laps around the lake. Aimed at those with previous One Mile swim expereince who want to really test themselves.
Two-Mile
Start Time: 9:35am2mi
One-Mile
Start Time: 9:00am1mi
Half-Mile
Start Time: 8:30am0.5mi
Event Details
What’s Included
Raceday Logistics
Kit List
Spectators
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you sign up for the Swim Serpentine on the day?
No. Signups are ending on September 5th!
Is the Swim Serpentine family-friendly?
Yes! The minimum age for the half mile swim is 12 years old and the minimum age for the one mile swim is 16.
What so cool about this race?
The one mile swim follows the same course as the London 2012 Marathon Swimming Olympic Event.
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Swim Serpentine weather forecast
Possible light rain overnight.
25°C
Predicted highs
13°C
Predicted lows
Light breeze possible, up to 8mphMeet the organizer
#47
London Marathon Events are ranked #47 in the UK out of 564 organizers
The London Marathon (currently known through sponsorship as the Virgin Money London Marathon) is a long-distance running event held in London, United Kingdom, part of the World Marathon Majors. The event was first run on 29 March 1981 and has been held in the spring of every year since. Since 2010, the race has been sponsored by Virgin Money.
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Swim Serpentine reviews (6)
Reasons people recommend this event
Stunning scenery
Friendly atmosphere
Incredible crowds
Did the Two-Mile in 2019
I loved this event I only starting swimming properly less than 3 yrs ago and only really started swimming open water in April 2019
This was my biggest sporting challenge ever and for me my scariest but once at the event my nerves began to ease a little seeing all the other competitors and once in the water it was great. My only small criticism would be that there was no where to fill my water bottle other than that a brilliant eventDid the One-Mile in 2019
I do this every year and really enjoy it. It is easy to get to, well organised and has great changing facilities. Really enjoyed the staggered start this year that avoids the start bun fight. Will do it again next year and encourage others to do it also.Did the Two-Mile in 2019
Only disappointment for me was on second lap next wave started and I was caught in group of aggressive swimmers, who gave little thought towards the safety of other swimmers.
To me I accept that everyone swims at a different pace but any slower swimmers I approached, I always tried to ensure that I gave them sufficient space when swimming past them, not over the top of them.Did the Two-Mile in 2019
Brilliant. Well organised. Great swim. good flow of competitors. Nice touch with the hot tubs. Thoroughly enjoyed it!Did the Two-Mile in 2019
This was a well organised event, great setting in Hyde Park, weather was beautiful and overall a fun, and Friendly bucket list event.Did the One-Mile in 2019
Really well organised, buzzing atmosphere! Good selection of after swim snacks and lovely warm changing room :-)
