Swim Serpentine
A one-day open water swimming event in the beautiful Serpentine Lake in Hyde Park, central London, with a choice of distances to suit all abilities.
4 races
Event overview
2026 details to be confirmed.
Swim Serpentine is a swimming event that takes place in the world-famous Serpentine Lake in London's Hyde Park. There are four distance options to choose from, making this the perfect event for an enjoyable and memorable open water swim.
Highlights
Open water swimming event
Brought to you by the organisers of the London Marathon.
Iconic Central London location
Swim in the Serpentine Lake in Hyde Park, London's largest Royal Park.
Distances for all abilities
Festival day with inspirational speakers, kit and like-minded folk.
Event details
- Event expo
- Event village
- Free venue entry
- Spectators
- Traders at event
- Venue accessible
Location
- Cafe
- Changing facilities
- Secure bag storage
- Toilets
- Urban
Sustainability
- Public transport links
- Recycling
- Sustainability policy
Do it for charity
Looking to do this event for charity? Click below to see the full list of charities to secure a place or join a charity team with your own place.
Get charity placeRaces at event
- Sat 19 Sep 2026
- #1 of 4
08:15
Age 12 & over
£20
- 0.5 mile lake swimming
- Sat 19 Sep 2026
- #2 of 4
08:45
Age 16 & over
£20
- 1 mile lake swimming
- Sat 19 Sep 2026
- #3 of 4
09:20
Age 16 & over
£25
- 2 miles lake swimming
- Sat 19 Sep 2026
- #4 of 4
08:15
Age 18 & over
£25
- 6 miles lake swimming