Wild swimming is booming in popularity as people search for a more immersive experience in the outdoors, both as a fun activity and an antidote to the stresses of modern life. The events listed here are hosted in rivers, lakes, outdoor pools and the great expanse of the ocean, meaning there's something for everyone, no matter whether you're an experienced seadog or are dipping a toe in for the first time.
Sea, lake or river - or do it for charity.
Featured events are listed below - select your region to see all events.
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Take the opportunity to swim in a superb lake swimming venue where you’re not normally allowed to swim! Come and make a weekend of it with lakeside camping too.
Triathlon and swim events at Roadford Lake, offering a range of distances to suit all ability levels in a safe environment, with camping options to enjoy the area after your event.
Race through the beautiful grounds and surrounding area of stunning South Galway on an event of your choice from starter to elite then celebrate with friends and family in the festival village.
Taking place across the scenic Thames Valley area. Swim the river, cycle the hilly open roads, or run the flat Thames path – with a selection of activities over grass, tarmac, and trail.
Race through the Grand Canal and the historic forest and town of Chantilly on an event of your choice from starter to elite then celebrate with friends and family in the festival village.
A much-loved favourite in the outdoors calendar, the Dartmouth Open Water Swims offer a choice of distances in the clear waters of Blackpool Sands Beach for a wide range of swimming abilities.
Set at the spectacular, flat, and smooth-surfaced Dorney Lake near Windsor, this multi-sport event is for the ones that enjoy being by the water and offers a selection of activities for all levels.
Join this exhilarating Endurance Weekend in the stunning Chiltern Hills! Whether you seek a weekend of endurance, picturesque sights or a chance to bond with fellow athletes, this is your opportunity!
Race through the beautiful grounds of the Cholmondeley Castle estate on an event of your choice from starter to elite then celebrate with friends and family in the festival village.
A unique, team endurance swimming challenge for all abilities. Gather a team of between 1 to 8 swimmers and swim for an hour each, for 24 hours!
Join hundreds of other swimmers and take on an epic 1.4 mile open water swim from Boscombe Pier to Bournemouth Pier. With every stroke, you’ll be powering lifesaving research.
Start with a great sea swim in warm waters then on to the bikes for a closed road and flat bike leg. Finally there's a run with views of the sea. What a venue!
The ever-popular English Riviera Swims offers a choice of distances in the warm and sheltered sea at Torquay, for a wide range of swimming abilities.
A family-friendly event in partnership with the Brownlee Foundation, for triathletes of all skill levels including a Sprint, Standard, Middle distance tri, swims, Aquabike and children's races too!
Taking place across the scenic Thames Valley area. Swim the river, cycle the hilly open roads, or run the flat Thames path – with a selection of activities over grass, tarmac, and trail.
Race through the beautiful grounds and surrounding area of stunning Leicestershire on an event of your choice from starter to elite then celebrate with friends and family in the festival village.
Triathlons at Dawlish Warren, a safe and supported environment for sea swimming, with a range of triathlon distances to offer a great challenge in a scenic location.
Dawlish Warren is a fantastic location for a sea swim, regardless of experience level, plus the excellent Teignmouth Surf Life Saving Club team will be on hand to keep everyone safe.
Taking place across the scenic Thames Valley area with routes going through Culden Faw Estate. Swim the river, cycle the hilly open roads, run through the trail paths enjoying great views.
Guides to swims and related activities.
From cold water therapy to time spent in the great outdoors, open water swimming is your express ticket to feeling happier and healthier this year.
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