Description
Looking for your next open water swimming challenge? The Great North Swim 1 mile is located at the stunning Lake Windermere in the Lake District National Park.
About The Event
This 1 mile swim is suitable for swimmers of all abilities and is equivalent to 64 lengths of a standard 25m pool. The average completion time is approx 40 minutes. You can choose to enjoy a leisurely breaststroke while taking in the scenery or kick into crawl for a faster time.
Wetsuit use is optional at all John West Great Swim events for water temperatures of 15°C or above. Swimmers choosing not to wear a wetsuit MUST use an approved high visibility tow float, swimmers wearing wetsuits can also choose to swim with a tow float. This only applies to swimmers aged over 16 years old. Swimmers aged under 16 will be required to wear a wetsuit.
Costs
- Registration Fee: £25
- Fundraising Pledge: £350
Got your own place?
If you already have your own place in the 2023 Great North Swim, we’d love for you to swim on behalf of the Royal Marines Family. In return, you will receive a Charity t-shirt and the support of our fundraising team. Let the team know via fundraising@rma-trmc.org