Swimming Events
As Keen As Mustard Swimrun is a epic adventure race incorporating Open water swimming and mixed terrain running.
A new dual sport based on open water swimming and trail running. An endurance event we have adapted for the adventures. No transitions, you run in your swimming kit and swim in you running kit.
This is the swim section of The Monster Triathlon. Setting off from Canal Side, Fort Augustus participants will complete a 5km lapped swim in Loch Ness.
Sportiva Events is proud to bring you the 2019 edition of the Geopark Triathlon and Aquathlon, a festival of endurance sport right on the beach! All-new this year is a 3000 metre stand-alone swim option.
This is a NEW Marlow Fugitive Open Water Swim! There are 2 distances to choose from this year that will cater for both beginners and experienced swimmers.
River Swim - Consisting of a single lap out and back swim in the River Thames for all the distances with clear markings on the buoys on when to turn. The River has a very calm and steady flow, which makes it the perfect event for anyone looking to take part in their first swim. So get your wetsuit on and get involved!
Three fantastic open water races on Sunday, 14th July 2018 at West Reservoir, Hackney, N4 5HA. We're delighted to be teaming up with Fix, who will be at every race with their skilled team - physically fixing you!
We are delighted to be part of the Little Haven Regatta and facilitating their Open Water Swim. The event will be part of the Weekends activities being held in this delightful little fishing village.
The swim will be 1500m starting at the slipway, with an out, around the buoys and back effort. All in this picturesque location right in the heart of the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park.
The swim will have limited entries of 50 persons and will be ideal for people new to open water swimming. Or those that want a chance to support the regatta or take part in a nice little event!!!
The Swim to the Edge is part of the Solva Edge Festival weekend when the idyllic harbour village, which lies in the middle of the Pembrokeshire coast national park has a celebration of sport, music and arts. The swim itself is one of the most scenic and challenging open water swims in the UK and with two distances available we have something for everyone
Situated on the world famous Antrim Coast Road you will find BallyGallys award winning beach, nestled under the Sallagh Braes and home to the historic BallyGally Castle.
Views of the infamous North channel and the Mull of Kintyre will meet you as you stand ready for a running beach start into the chilly waters of BallyGally!
This really is a monster of an open water swim. It will see you head off from Abereiddy Beach, and follow the Southern cliffs of the Pembrokeshire Coast Paths as you head out into the Bay.
After about a mile you will reach the secluded bay of Aber Pwll and from here you will turn around and head back towards The Beach for an Aussie Exit before heading back into the water and swimming along the North Coast line before doing a U turn and heading into the now world famous Blue Lagoon where you will finish.
We have three challenging distances - 750m, 1500m and 3000m
We're delighted be teaming up with Fix, who will be at every race with their skilled team - physically fixing you! http://www.fixlondon.co.uk
Set amidst the picturesque scenery of Bardowie Castle at Bardowie Sailing Club, Bardowie, Milngavie, the Loch is an ideal setting for our first event of the year. The Loch is very sheltered providing excellent swimming conditions with full changing & toilet facilities with on site car parking. Since this is the first event of the season the swim distances will be 1k & 2k, plus a circumference swim, you can either choose to swim round once which is 2k or twice round at 4k.
The Small Fry & Big Fish Swims return for another year to the lovely Tri2O Swim Centre on the outskirts of Reading. The water in this beautiful lake is typically around the 17-degree mark by this time of year, and this swim isn't wetsuit compulsory.
Catch the historic stream train along the shores of Llyn Tegid, Wales largest natural lake, to start your swim! Surrounded by the beautiful Aran, Arenig and Berwyn mountain ranges, the lake has suberb views and plenty of wildlife to spot along the way. There are 3 distance options to choose from so there is a swim to suit everyone.
The Capernwray Sprint Triathlon Series consists of 4 events, 1 per month in June, July, August & September, each taking place on Wednesday evenings at 7 pm (6 pm in September). Each event is a 500m open water swim in Capernwray Quarry, followed by a 20k road cycle and 5k out and back run on the Lancaster Canal towpath. It's a fantastic venue for a great price, ideal for novices as a first open water event or elite competitors as a mid-week sharpener!
Hosted at Brockhole on Windermere, its a fantastic weekend of open water swimming in the stunning Lake District.
With distances to suit all levels and abilities you can enjoy a weekend in the great outdoors with friends and family. Take your pick from 250 metres, 1/2 a mile, 1 mile, 2 miles, 5k or a 10k.
The Jubilee River is a man made flood relief channel cutting the corner off the River Thames between Boulters Lock near Maidenhead and Pococks Lane in Eton, and the distance in between is 10km! Along the length of the Jubilee River there are three weirs that swimmers must avoid, so, getting out to go around the weirs means you'll only need to swim 9.5k! The weirs make the perfect place for our fabulous feed stations along the way and break up the course nicely into four segments, making up a relay event. Solo or team entry.
"Whether you're looking to try an open water swim for the first time, or you're searching for the ultimate challenge, the Great East Swim offers you a selection of distances to suit your ability.
The event takes place at Alton Water it offers a great day out for swimmers, families and spectators. With farmers' markets, plenty of musical entertainment and swim distances ranging from 250 metres* right up to a 10k, there really is something for everyone!"
The Cholmondeley event attracts over 1600 competitors to the beautiful countryside of Cheshire, offering the quintessential Castle Triathlon Series experience of competitive and fun racing, an epic castle backdrop and a stunning rural location.
All races at the 200-year-old Cholmondeley Castle start by launching into an open-water swim in Deer Park Mere Lake, transitioning on to a bike route that circumnavigates Bickerton Hill, which is the southern most tip of the Peckforton Hlls. There will be one cycle lap for the Super Sprint and two laps for both the Sprint Plus and Olympic distances.
The run passes through the estate grounds, which date back to the 12th Century, and has one lap for the Super Sprint and two laps for the Sprint Plus and Olympic races. Triathletes will finish their Cholmondeley race experience by sprinting down the main lawn to the finish line with Cholmondeley Castle as a fitting backdrop.
The Cholmondeley Castle Triathlon takes place in the beautiful grounds of Cholmondeley Castle, where the Cholmondeley family have resided since the Norman era of the 12th Century. The estate features extensive parkland covering 500 acres including two lakes, the larger of which, Deer Park Mere, is the setting for the open-water swim section of the triathlon.
To the south of Cholmondeley Castle, Tower Hill is the highest point of the run section, where athletes will be rewarded with panoramic views of the Beeston and Peckforton Hills, which they will have just covered on the undulating bike section, with the Welsh Hills looming in the distance.
Spanning 7 days the Monster Triathlon is the UKs ultimate multi-sport challenge.
The event established itself as one of the toughest endurance challenges in the UK, covering 1,000km between Loch Ness and London across 3 disciplines.
It starts with a 5km swim in Loch Ness, before 5 stunning days on the bike and finishes with an ultra-marathon along the Thames. For those unable to tackle the beast in one go we are offering Swim, Cycle and Run only packages this year. Youll pass lakes, climb mountains, ride past fields, fly through villages, cross rivers and conquer hills. As well as being an epic challenge The Monster Triathlon also highlights the beauty and diversity of the UK. There are 7 days of meticulously planned routes, with full support teams in attendance at every start, finish, on the route and at hotels.
If youre not ready to attempt the whole Monster Triathlon this year then why not take on one of our discipline-specific challenges?
You can enter the full Monster Triathlon or just one of the three individual legs.
THE Henley Classic is a 2.1 km endurance upstream River Thames swimming event, held over the Henley Royal Regatta course, very early on the Sunday morning before the Wednesday start of Henley Royal Regatta.
Amazing location, blue flag beaches, and an atmosphere that really is electric, you won't want to miss it. Be part of Wales' most scenic swim. Many athletes across the UK - as well as from overseas - include the swim as a great get-away race in the season. With amazing scenery, blue flag beaches, and an atmosphere that really is electric, you won't want to miss it.
The opening event for Long Course Weekend sees kids take part in their very own amazing event. Tackling a surf run and then a run across the beach to the huge crowds at the finishline!
Taff Kids is fantastic fun for any of the kids taking part with a final run distance set for different age groups. Did we mention it amazing fun and you get an awesome free T-Shirt?!
The event will be held at Boscombe beach and is a real must for anyone looking for a slightly more challenging open water swim. This is a series of 3 races over the summer season. The Salty Sea Dog Swims will take place near the Urban Reef a funky and informal bar, caf, deli and restaurant, serving fresh, seasonal and local food and drink.
The Derwent Epic Lakes Swim is event 2 of the Epic Lakes Open Water Swim Series. It takes place from Crow Park, in Keswick and forms part of the National Trust Regatta Weekend. You can choose either the 500m, the 1 mile or the Iron 3.8k distances, depending upon your age and ability. On the day, there will be a whole range of activities organised by the National Trust for their Regatta Weekend. There will be childrens crafts, cannon fire, stalls and entertainment, a fairground, food and refreshments. Its a fantastic venue, in a great location, with stunning views. All in all, its an EPIC day out, so bring your family and join us in Keswick, youll be glad you did!
We are pleased to announce that the Festival of Endurance will return on Sunday 7th July 2019.
Due to popular demand the Gauntlet half iron distance triathlon is returning with athletes racing alongside the full iron distance or Bastion competitors around much the same course. Whilst these two epic triathlons are taking place a further 4 sets of endurance challenge races are taking place including an Aquabike, an Aquathlon, Long Distance Running and Long Distance Swimming making this a true celebration of the art of going long. Please read on for more details.
Situated in Plymouth Sound, this 6.5 acre Island has been home to a military fortification since the time of the Tudors. Todays the Island is in private hands and although planning permission has been granted for a Hotel Complex the Island is now up for sale. Its a great swim for anyone new to an organised Open Water Swim. Swimmers of all abilities and ages have taken part in this great swim .
Lovesportsevents are proud to work with London Royal Docks Open Water Swimming to host this iconic swim race in the heart of London. The race starts in Royal Victoria Dock and takes you through Royal Albert Dock and back into Royal Victoria Dock.
Due to the expansion of London City Airport, the 10k Race now involves two laps of Royal Albert Dock and Royal Victoria Dock. For the second year running, we have added in a 5km option which will be one lap of the two Docks.
We have now added a 1500m swim event to the Dock2Dock experience. You asked we listened! This event is ideal for those new to the Open Water and ready for a challenge!
Whether you are looking to enter your first open water event or take on the ultimate swimmers marathon, the Dock2Dock Race now offers a range of distances to suit all abilities. Londons unique and historic water race offers a unique opportunity for this open water swimming race in the heart of the vibrant East End.
Set amongst epic Snowdonia in the north west of Wales, this event truly offers one of the must stunning backdrops of any swim in the country. With varying distances to suit all levels of competitor this is one for the calendar - you'll even ride down to the start on a steam train!
The biggest charity swim in Europe heads back to Bournemouth. Join hundreds of others and brave the English Channel in this incredible 1.4 mile open water swim. Starting from Bournemouth Pier you will really put your front stroke to the test in this challenging sea swim as you follow the coastline to Boscombe Pier.
The Outdoor Swimmer Henley Swim Festival takes place at the stunning location of Temple Island Meadows just outside Henley-on-Thames.
This family friendly event has options for everyone aged from 8 years old and above whether new to open water swimming or an experienced swimmer seeking a personal best. All events are downstream.
This family event, which is held throughout the day, features a number of distance options for all ages and abilities including mile, half mile and 200m.
The Club to Pub swim, now in its fifth year, continues to grow in popularity. A summer 1.5km evening swims taking place in the heart of Henley. Starting from Henley Rowing Club, and finishing at the Historic Angel on the Bridge (dating back to 1728).
The first 400m from Henley Rowing Club will head upstream towards Marsh lock, turning at 2 large marker buoys, and hugging the Mill meadow bank all the way back down to the Angel on the Bridge.
There will be a BBQ and drinks available to purchase after the swim.
The rapturous reception afforded to previous Castle Howard Triathlons subsequently led to the expansion of a 2-day weekend extravaganza.
In its 10th year, the Castle Howard Triathlon will be the 4th weekend event of the 2019 Castle Tri Series and will once again feature the obligatory picture postcard backdrop and a course with something for every level of triathlete. The 13,000 acre grounds of Castle Howard form arguably the most physically demanding triathlon course of the Castle Tri Series.
Race entrants will start the race by swimming through Castle Howards Great Lake before transitioning into the technical bike route through the glorious rural idyll of Yorkshire and the Howardian Hills. The spectacular run leg passes through the undulating countryside of the estate before a sprint finish tops everything off in style right in front of the main doors of the house. Theres never been a better time to visit Gods Own County and Castle Howard.
The construction of Castle Howard took more than 100 years before being finally completed in the 18th Century, and spanned the lifetime of three earls and numerous architects, although Sir John Vanbrugh is credited with the original design. The Great Lake is the setting for the swim section of the triathlon.
Set in the Howardian Hills, the bike legs initially take in the 18th Century Avenue, a main road that runs in a straight line from south to north for five miles. The run will pass The Temple of the Four Winds and one of the finest, free-standing mausoleums in Europe. A hop over New River Bridge, a circumnavigation of South Lake and the Atlas Fountain will take racers to the finishing straight in front of Castle Howard itself.
Castle Howard has been a regular backdrop for films and television, with both ITVs lauded Brideshead Revisited in the early 1980s and the acclaimed 2008 feature film production shot on location here, hence the name of our adult races.
NB All timings are approximate.
Returning to probably the fastest middle distance triathlon in the South East in 2019. New parking area for competitors and spectators plus a new run route.
Owler Tris offer middle distance plus standard triathlons, aquabikes and OWS.
The triathlons will start in Lydd Lake with a two lapped swim, before competitors ride a flat lapped bike route on scenic country roads through Lydd, Brooklands and Camber, before returning to transition at Lydd lake.
The 21K run section is flat four laps out and back route along paths around lake and surrounding paths. The standard run also follows the same route. You then head to cross the finish line in style.
Also on offer the Owler Aquabike both at half, standard and sprint distance.
In the morning there will be the opportunity to swim the Length of the Loch, 5.8k and in the afternoon there will be a traditional looped course for 1, 2 & 3k swims.
The event will be held at Boscombe beach and is a real must for anyone looking for a slightly more challenging open water swim. This is a series of 3 races over the summer season. The Salty Sea Dog Swims will take place near the Urban Reef a funky and informal bar, caf, deli and restaurant, serving fresh, seasonal and local food and drink.
Both swim races at the Bournemouth Long swim will be beach starts between the start flags. The course will be marked by large inflatable marker buoys and a large course map will clearly indicate each course. The course layout is subject to change due to weather conditions. The course takes swimmers approx 400 meters from the shoreline and gives a great view of the coast.
The Thames Marathon is a 14km long-distance challenge swim from Henley-on-Thames to Marlow. It covers a beautiful stretch of the Thames and has become one of open water swimmings most prestigious marathon swims.
The Chestnut Appeal for Mens' Health one and a half mile swim around the spectacular St Michaels Mount will be taking place again this year.
The Dedham Vale Mill 2 Mill Swim isn't a race. It's a social swim and a picnic at Flatford Mill, in the heart of idyllic Constable Country. The only difference is to get to the picnic you have to swim from Dedham Mill 2.3km away. The Mill 2 Mill is part of the Slow Swimming campaign, aimed at encouraging swimmers to take their time and enjoy the opportunity to be out fully immersed in nature. There are no timing chips or results sheets. Everyone who takes part is a winner equally.
This is your opportunity to swim in the stunning Semer Water, the second largest lake in North Yorkshire. A lovely place to swim with stunning views and you can choose either the 500m, the 1 mile or the 3k distance, depending upon your age and ability. Come and join us for a proper Yorkshire swim.
The River Spey is a river in the northeast of Scotland. It is the ninth longest river in the United Kingdom, as well as the third longest and fastest-flowing river in Scotland. It is important for salmon fishing and whisky production. This is an unique swim which takes swimmers through the RSPB Insh Marshes nature reserve.
The swim will take place in the beautiful lakes of the Cotswolds. The event will be a deep-water start with all swimmers in the race starting together. There will be timed splits for each 1km of the course via a timing chip on your wrist (tagging the pontoon on each lap). There is the option for a self-fuelled feed station at each km too.
The swim will take place in the beautiful lakes of the Cotswolds. The event will be a deep-water start with all swimmers in the race starting together. There will be timed splits for each 1km of the course via a timing chip on your wrist (tagging the pontoon on each lap). There is the option for a self-fuelled feed station at each km too.
The Big Brutal Swim will take place at the stunning, glacially formed Llyn Padarn which is known for being sixth deepest lake in Wales. It's also home to a fish called the Arctic Char, a species left over from the time of the last Ice Age - although none of our swimmers have spotted one yet.
This is held at the same venue as The Brutal Extreme Triathlons and therefore great preparation for the event later in the month. This event is open to wetsuit and non-wetsuit swimmers. There will be separate categories for wetsuit and skins swimmers.
The distances available are 2.5k, 5k and 10k.
The Coniston Epic Lakes Swim is event 3 of the Epic Lakes Open Water Swim Series. It takes place from the Bluebird Cafe, in Coniston. You can choose either the 500m, the 1 mile or the Iron 3.8k distances, depending upon your age and ability. Coniston provides yet another fantastic venue, with stunning views and its a great family day out. Visit the famous Bluebird Cafe or take a ride on the Steam Gondola. Coniston is of course famous for Donald Campbells speed record, but you can take things a bit more leisurely and enjoy the surroundings. Its going to be another EPIC day of swimming, come and join us
The swims will take place in #Lake62 in the beautiful lakes of the Cotswolds. The event will be a deep-water start with all swimmers in the race starting together. There will be timed splits for each 1k of the course, with the option for a self fuelled feed station at each kilometre.
Welcome to the 8th running of these fabulous lake swims taking place at the ever popular Tri2O Swim Centre on the outskirts of Reading.
The Big Dog Swim will provide a great test for the more experienced swimmer and a perfect start to the racing season. This 3.8 swim will be an ideal time trial for those looking at Ironman events through the summer and will be brilliant time in the water for those that just love and swim and swim.
The Doggy Paddle swim event offers the perfect opportunity to those looking to conquer the Olympic distance swim portion of a triathlon for the first time, to those wanting to practice that unique feeling of a mass deep water start and perhaps just trying to improve their swim times.
The Swim Festival is a mass-participation open water sea swimming event and a great chance to challenge yourself in a particular distance. If you're feeling fit and strong you could swim two or even all three distances!
The event offers a choice of a 1km, 2km, or 3km distance. The course will consist of 1km laps and will include a very short Australian exit near the water's edge ideal for spectators.
Each swim will have a separate start time. So there's
a chance to swim three times and clock up 6km.
That would deserve some well earned kudos!
Each competitor will receive a swim hat and a special commemorative medal. If you enter all 3 swims you
will receive a 20 discount on the total entry fee.
This exciting series involves open water swim events based at the excellent Box End Park.
Distances range from 750m up to 5km + 10k at the BONUS RACE in September and are aimed at swimmers and triathletes looking to test themselves at different levels.
