Swim the Bay

Name: Swim the Bay
Start: 2022-07-22T23:00:00.000Z
End: 2022-07-22T23:00:00.000Z
Location: 34 The Esplanade, Weymouth DT4 8DJ, UK

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About

Get down to Weymouth Bay on the Jurassic Coast for this scenic point to point sea swim. Choose a 1.2 or 2.4 mile swim both running parallel to the beach, which spectators can follow alongside the whole way. Come for the cracking challenge in beautiful surroundings, and for your finisher's medal.

Swim the Bay Full and Swim the Bay Half

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8:30am Sat 23rd Jul 2022 - 9:50am Sat 23rd Jul 2022

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Weymouth, United Kingdom

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Where and when

Location

34 The Esplanade, Weymouth DT4 8DJ, UK

Start times

9:50am Sat 23rd Jul 2022

Swim the Bay Half:

9:50am

8:30am Sat 23rd Jul 2022

Swim the Bay Full:

8:30am

Event summary

Here are the distances available for Swim the Bay

Swim the Bay Half

1.2mi

£39.22

Swim the Bay Full

2.4mi

£49.82

Route information

This swim takes place in Weymouth Bay which has stunning views over the incredible Jurassic Coast, and an amazing Georgian Seafront. Swimmers can either take on the Swim the Bay Full which takes you 2.4 miles across the whole bay, or Swim the Bay Half which is 1.2 miles.

Swim the Bay Full will start at Bowleaze Coveway, where the Café will be offering food and drink from 07:30.

Swim the Bay Half will start next to the stone groyne opposite Lodmoor Country Park. Swimmers from both races will exit the water alongside the Pier and finish the race on the beach.

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What's included

Finisher's Medal
Age group prizes (Full Swim)
Event swim cap
Chip-timed results
Transfer to Swim Start
Baggage storage/transfer
Finish line refreshments
Water safety support
Full medical support
Event photography

How to get there

34 The Esplanade, Weymouth DT4 8DJ, UK

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Race Transport

Entrants are welcome to make their own way to the start, but also have the option to take the race transport at no extra charge. The bus will collect you from the registration area on the beach (near Alexandra Gardens). It will take you to the start and return your bags ready for when you are finished.

By Car

Weymouth is situated in Dorset and can be accessed from the A354 from Dorchester.

By Train

Weymouth Station will be a short walk from the event HQ.

Event day logistics

08:30 Swim the Bay Full starts

09:50 Swim the Bay Half starts

Please arrive early, allowing plenty of time to register and get ready for your race.

Cut-off times

There is a half way cut-off time for the Swim the Bay Full race of 1 hour 20 minutes.

Age Restrictions

You must be at least 18 to take part in either race.

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Spectator Info

This race is ideal to spectate, as you're able to follow each race in its entirety along the coast, not to mention stop off a the multiple cafes en route.

FAQs

Is Swim the Bay a wetsuit mandatory event?

Yes, although experienced open water swimmers can contact the organiser directly to request competing without.

What is the minimum entry age for Swim the Bay?

The minimum age to compete is 18 years.

Is there a cut-off time for Swim the Bay?

For the Full Bay (2.4 mile), there is an halfway cut-off time of 1 hour 20 minutes.

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