Sat 20 Sep 2025 London, UK Entries closed

Swim Serpentine Two Mile

The two-mile event is for those who would like to test themselves with two full laps of the Serpentine, aimed at more experienced swimmers, also forming part of the London Classics.

  • Sat 20 Sep 2025
  • Entries closed
The Serpentine Lake, London
Two mile

09:20

Age 16 & over

£25

  • 2 miles lake swimming

Event overview

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.

This event is part of Swim Serpentine.

Event community

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Event details

  • Event expo
  • Event village
  • Free venue entry
  • Spectators
  • Swim hat provided
  • Traders at event
  • Wetsuit optional
  • Wheelchair users

Location

  • Bag storage
  • Cafe
  • Changing facilities
  • Toilets
  • Urban

Route

  • 2 laps
  • Distance markers
  • First aid
  • No headphones
  • Wave start

Sustainability

  • Public transport links
  • Recycling
  • Sustainability policy

What's included

  • Medal

Do it for charity

Looking to do this event for charity? Charity entry options are explained on the Swim Serpentine Two Mile charity places for 2025 page.

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Entries

  • Age 16 & over
  • Entries closed
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  • Series discount
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