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january 2020 1jan - 29feb7:20 pmfeb 29- 7:20 pmBLDSA One Hour Swim Challenge British Long Distance Swimming Association One Hour Swim Challenge 2020
British Long Distance Swimming Association One Hour Swim Challenge 2020 One Hour Swim Challenge Individual One Hour Swim Challenge Team Form
Welcome to the BLDSA One Hour Swim Challenge 2020. The aim of the One Hour Swim Challenge is to swim as far as you can in a pool in one hour. Each entrant will receive a cloth badge as a souvenir of the event and medals will be awarded as detailed below. There are two competitions: individual and team. Swimmers all enter the individual competition. If they wish, they can then enter the team event as well. Teams must consist of 3 swimmers of the same age group and gender. Medals are awarded to the first 3 teams in each age group. The swim can take place any time during January and February, in a pool that is at least 25 yards long. The closing date is 1st March. The swim is open to all – any age, any ability! You do NOT have to swim solidly for an hour, just go as far as you can. This is your chance to pit yourself against your own personal best distance swum in an hour or to set yourself a target to go for next year. For disabled entrants, categories of disability are as follows: H1. Ambulant: those with a predominantly physical disability H2. Wheelchair: those who spend most of their time in a wheelchair H3. Non-physical: those with a non-physical disability, ie. mental or sensory disability Club coaches should decide the most suitable category for each swimmer. Please choose the appropriate option on the online entry form. The Swim The objective of the swim is for individual swimmers to achieve the greatest possible distance within one hour. The swim must be completed in the months of January and February. The incoming results will be listed in order of the distance completed, in the individual age categories as detailed below. Medals British Long Distance Swimming Association (BLDSA) medallions for all individual events, duly inscribed, will be awarded as follows: In the team swim, members of the first three teams in each age group will receive BLDSA medallions. Every entrant will receive a souvenir BLDSA Postal Swim embroidered badge as a memento of having taken part in the swim. Location You may use any swimming pool 25 yards in length, or longer. All results will be in metres. Distances in yards will be converted into metres. Eligibility Entry will be accepted from any swimmer, you do not need to be a member of a club, with age groups from under 10`s to over 85`s, please see below. Entries can only be accepted on the online and accompanied by the correct entry fee. Individual Categories (Men & Women) 18 – 19 years Team Categories 18 – 19 years A team must consist of 3 swimmers of the same sex and all swimmers in a team must be first claim members of the same club. Individual swimmers may only be entered into one team in this competition. To enter the team event, all swimmers must have already entered the individual event. For the under 10’s, 10-11 years, 12-13 years, 14-15 years, 16–17 years and 18–19 years age groups, each swimmer must be that age or under. For all other teams, the youngest member will determine which category the team is in, and all swimmers must be older than that category. All age categories are calculated on ages on 1st January, in the year of the swim. Counters Each swimmer must provide their own counter who can act as timekeeper and starter. Each counter must be a responsible person. Entry For More Than One Event This is quite acceptable provided 2 entries are completed and two entry fees are paid. Closing Date All entries must be made online no later than 1st of March. Time Delay No medallions or souvenir badges will be forwarded until the adjudication is complete. Please do not expect to hear from us until May or June. Overseas results and souvenirs will be mailed via airmail. Postal Swim Secretariat All online entries and must be accompanied by the appropriate entry fee. Results will be posted as soon as possible after the closing date. Medals and badges will, likewise, be posted out to entrants at the earliest opportunity. One Hour Swim Challenge Secretary 2020: Caroline Lewis bldsaonehourchallenge@gmail.com One Hour Swim Challenge Individual One Hour Swim Challenge Team Form
January 1 (Wednesday) 7:20 pm - February 29 (Saturday) 7:20 pm february 2020 29feb9:00 am- 1:00 pmDistance WeekendTraining weekend for those doing marathons swims in 2020. Dates and times: 29th February 2020, running from 9 am Saturday to 1 pm Sunday 1st March.
Senior Cost: £120.00
Juniors Cost: £60.00
We aim to provide a limited number of Junior places Dates and times: 29th February 2020, running from 9 am Saturday to 1 pm Sunday 1st March. Senior Cost: £120.00 Juniors Cost: £60.00 We aim to provide a limited number of Junior places which will be priced at £60 for the weekend. However, Juniors will only be allowed to participate if a parent or guardian is present for the entire event. Location: Charlton Lido and Lifestyle Club, Hornfair Park, Shooters Hill Rd, London SE18 4LX, UK see below for details or contact us for more information.
Applications have now closed. For those that have already applied, you will have now received a payment link if you were successful, an email saying you’re on the reserve list or that your application was unsuccessful this time.
To give those with a major swim booked for 2020 a chance to improve technique, get proper feedback on their stroke and set them up for a successful season. You will be swimming A LOT, going home buzzing and feeling fitter! The weekend is tailored to a group of 20max members of the BLDSA. Apply using the link above. Please note that priority will be given to those BLDSA members who are taking on Loch Lomond, Windermere or other BLDSA swims. Technique work, underwater filming, stroke feedback, skills sessions, speedwork, feeding and help with the mental side of marathon swimming. There will be a mixture of both pool-based work and classroom sessions. You will be guaranteed lots of swimming and you don’t even have to fly abroad to do the sessions! Chris is a real swimmers’ swimmer – he lives and breathes the sport and is actively involved at every level – from a coach through to competitor. As a youngster, Chris was selected to compete at an international level for both Great Britain and for England. In 2014, Chris successfully competed at the World Masters Swim Championships in Canada. Chris achieved top 10 positions in all his pool and open water races, including three top 5 finishes. Chris spends much of his time open water swimming and has held several records and titles within the UK, including the arduous BLDSA Champion of Champions (South) race held in Dover, which he has won on two occasions. An impressive background in coaching combined with a BSc in Sports Science means that Chris is superbly placed to advise on stroke analysis and correction for all levels of swimmer with the emphasis on enjoyment and remaining injury-free. Barely swimming as a youngster, Mark re-learnt the technical aspect of front crawl from scratch in his mid-30s and instantly became hooked. He is a ‘triple crowner’ and one of only few Brits to be listed in the ’24-hour club’ with his 70km/33-hour solo crossing of Lake Geneva in 2016. He has swum the English Channel twice, Two-way Windermere, Loch Lomond and has pioneered a number of distance swims across the US becoming the fist Brit to compete 42-mile SCAR, 25 mile Lake Memphremagog and holds the British record across Lake Tahoe in California. He’s one of only a few people to have completed the entire BLDSA calendar. He eats, sleeps and breathes marathon swimming, training and technique work in addition to organising the BLDSA Champion of Champions (South) and distance weekends. He is living-proof that you can come to swimming later in life and achieve a great deal. Kate came to swimming in her 40s. Watching her daughter in the pool, she mentioned to a coach that she couldn’t put her face in the water. The coach took up the challenge and the story began. Joining Masters, she also qualified as an ASA level 2 teacher and then a Level 3 Club Coach. Lured to open water by a friend, she swam the first Great North Swim, wet suited in 2008 and the bug truly bit. The first year or so was in neoprene but soon that was discarded. A Lake Zurich relay in 2010 was followed by an EC relay in 2011. She then built distance, swimming the Dart 10k three times and her first fresh water 10k at the age of 51. Two-way Windermere in 2013 was followed by an EC solo in 2014, Lake Zurich in 2016, Round Jersey and Catalina in 2017, round Manhattan 2018 and Jersey to France in 2019 aged 58. With the Triple Crown completed, she has more swims planned and fully intends to continue into her 60s, proving that age is no barrier to marathon swimming. (Saturday) 9:00 am - 1:00 pm GMT Charlton Lido Charlton Lido and Lifestyle Club, Hornfair Park, Shooters Hill Rd, London SE18 4LX, UK
Mark Sheridandistanceweekend@bldsa.org.uk
cofcswim@bldsa.org.uk
march 2020 14mar - 15mar 146:30 pmmar 15FeaturedAnnual Dinner Details
We hold our annual dinner to celebrate the swim season, from all the great swims that people have completed to the members that give up their time freely to benefit We hold our annual dinner to celebrate the swim season, from all the great swims that people have completed to the members that give up their time freely to benefit of the association. We also recognise those performances and contributions each year through our awards. We hope you’ll join us for a evening of celebration and of course good food and drink! Menu – Download Menu Please join us for our Annual Dinner and Presentation of Awards on Saturday 14th March 2020 at 6pm Venue: The Humber Royal Hotel, Littlecoates Road, Grimsby, DN34 4LX Our evening of celebrations will be followed by the Annual General Meeting, at 10am on Sunday 15th March at the same venue Tickets £35 / Person Please apply online at https://bldsa.org.uk/ or complete the form below and return it, together with a cheque made payable to the BLDSA, to: Mrs Jane Bell, 19 Cranley Gardens, Shoeburyness, Essex, SS3 9JP. Ticket applications to be received no later than Saturday 15th February 2020 14 (Saturday) 6:30 pm - 15 (Sunday) 12:00 pm The Humber Royal Hotel Littlecoates Road, Grimsby, DN34 4LX may 2020 Sunday 10th May 2020
Nottingham, U.K.
Colwick Park Open.
Open Water Swim Festival.
Individual and team relay events, wet-suit and traditional pool swimwear categories.
1k, 2k, 3k, 4k and 5k races.
Simply pick your distance and Sunday 10th May 2020 Nottingham, U.K. Colwick Park Open. Open Water Swim Festival. Individual and team relay events, wet-suit and traditional pool swimwear categories. 1k, 2k, 3k, 4k and 5k races. Simply pick your distance and your favourite stroke Start times. Morning events. Entry Fees. 11:00 2k,3k,4k and 5k £20 – £40 (solo swimmers.) 11:00 5k relay £40 (3 – 5 swimmers.) Afternoon sprint. 13:30 1k £10 (free entry to 5K solo entrants.) Colwick Park is the first open water British Long Distance Swimming Association event of the 2020 season. This small, sheltered lake is ideally situated to the south of Nottingham at Colwick Park watersports centre. Make a sharp, early start to your summer of events at Colwick, whether you are a seasoned open water swimmer or a novice triathlete, get ahead of the pack at a friendly and competitive swim meet. B.L.D.S.A. events are the benchmark for water sports safety, fully insured with comprehensive safety rib and kayak cover, first aid facilities and open water swim advice. BLDSA Member Colwick Park Relay EntryThis is for BLDSA MEMBERS ONLY BLDSA Member Colwick Park EventsThis is for MEMBERS ONLY NON Member Colwick Park EntryThis is for NON MEMBERS ONLY NON Member Colwick Park Relay FormThis is for NON MEMBERS ONLY
Entries for the 1 km are on the day. 1km – 9:00am report to the Swim Secretary on arrival – Swimmers MUST register. 3km & 5km – 10:00am report to the Swim Secretary on arrival – Swimmers MUST register. 1km – 9.30am – All swimmers must attend. 3km & 5km – 11:00am – All swimmers must attend. 1km – 10:00am 3km & 5km – 11:30am (Note that times may be subject to change) There will be a time limit of 3.5hours on this swim. The presentation will be held on the lake side or in the Adventure Centre as soon as possible after the last swimmer finishes. Non UK Residents must provide evidence of membership of their governing body or individual insurance for Open Water Swimming. From the North leave the M1 at junction 26 and follow the A610 into Nottinham City Centre then follow the signs for Trent Bridge, Nottingham Racecourse and Colwick Park. On reaching Nottingham Racecourse follow A612 Southwell Road keeping Nottingham Racecourse on your right. After the Toby Carvery Restaurant turn right at the second set of traffic lights into Mile End Road. Then immediately right into River Road which leads into Colwick Park. To gain entry into the park you will need a £2 to raise the barrier (your exit is free) then follow the road through the park until you reach West Lake and Colwick Park Adventure Centre. From the South leave the M1 at junction 24 and follow the A453 towards Nottingham then follow directions as above. For those people who wish to use sat nav the post code for the park is NG4 2DW Emergency Safety cover will be provided; at a minimum this will include the BLDSA rescue boat and a number of canoes spaced around the course. All persons are advised to report any incidents, including near misses, to a nominated person who shall be named at the championship briefing meeting. The BLDSA has in place Anti-Bullying and Child & Vulnerable Adult Policies. Copies of which may be obtained from the BLDSA Hon. Child & Vulnerable Adult Officer. Any person associated with the swim is expected to pay any car park charges that may be due from the parking of their vehicle. We are most fortunate to have access to the new Adventure Centre on the lakeside where there are showers toilets and changing facilities. — For more information please contact: Kevin Welsh kevinwelsh@btinternet.com (Sunday) 9:00 am Nottingham
Kevin Welshe mail: kevinwelsh@btinternet.com
The 19th WYKEHAM CHAMPIONSHIPS
Swimmers will be escorted around a marked course by their individual kayakers with buoys lit for navigation.
The 2020 NIGHT events include the following:
5 km, 3 km 1 The 19th WYKEHAM CHAMPIONSHIPS Swimmers will be escorted around a marked course by their individual kayakers with buoys lit for navigation. The 2020 NIGHT events include the following: 5 km, 3 km 1 km- Traditional Costume/trunks or 5 km, 3 km 1 km- Non traditional Costume or Wetsuit
Wykeham (night swim)This is for BLDSA MEMBERS ONLY
PLEASE NOTE: DOGS ARE NOT ALLOWED For more information contact: Ms Erin Hope e-mail: erinx1xhope@outlook.com Swimmers are required to wear 2 LED adventure lights attached to them for this night swim. These can be purchased from the BLDSA shop for £9 each. All swimmers need to be accompanied by experienced kayaker. The swim organiser will endeavour to provide kayak support for you where needed and for this reason the swimmers may start at a different times depending on numbers. Swim places depend on available kayak support, which will be allocated on first come first serve basis. To ensure a place please try to provide your own competent kayaker. (Saturday) 8:00 pm Wykeham Lake (Nr. Scarborough) Long Causeway Road Scarborough, North Yorkshire YO13 9QU United Kingdom
Erin Hope
erinx1xhope@outlook.com
The 20th WYKEHAM CHAMPIONSHIPS
Wykeham Lake is on the A170 Scarborough to Pickering Road. It is on the left if coming from Scarborough, just after West Ayton and on the right The 20th WYKEHAM CHAMPIONSHIPS Wykeham Lake is on the A170 Scarborough to Pickering Road. It is on the left if coming from Scarborough, just after West Ayton and on the right if coming from Pickering. The Lake is sign posted Wykeham Lake / Charm Park and is opposite Hutton Buscel. The 2020 events include the following: 8 km – Junior & Senior, Open – Traditional Costume/trunks or Non traditional costume or wetsuit 5 km – Junior & Senior, Open- Traditional Costume/trunks or Non traditional costume or wetsuit 3 km – Junior & Senior, Open – Traditional Costume/trunks or Non traditional costume or wetsuit 1 km – Open, Seniors & Juniors – Traditional Costume/trunks or Non traditional costume or wetsuit Triple – 8 km, 5km and then 1km – Junior & Senior, Open – Traditional Costume/trunks or Non traditional costume or wetsuit Register here;
Member Day EventsThis is for BLDSA MEMBERS ONLY Wykeham Open Events Non MembersThis is for NON MEMBERS ONLY
PLEASE NOTE: DOGS ARE NOT ALLOWED For more information contact: Ms Erin Hope e-mail: erinx1xhope@outlook.com (Sunday) 9:00 am Wykeham Lake (Nr. Scarborough) Long Causeway Road Scarborough, North Yorkshire YO13 9QU United Kingdom
Erin Hope
erinx1xhope@outlook.com
june 2020 Overview
One of our toughest swims on the calendar, but not for the total distance (9 miles). You will swim each of the three events (Non-wetsuit only), but with an interval One of our toughest swims on the calendar, but not for the total distance (9 miles). You will swim each of the three events (Non-wetsuit only), but with an interval between each swim and the challenge is not getting too cold swim to swim and being able to complete the 3 events.
The senior Champion of Champions events will consist of three swims – over 10 laps, 6 laps and 2 laps of a designated course in Dover Harbour. Each lap will be 1/2 mile – the course being set using GPS. All competitors shall enter all 3 events. To complete the full Champion of Champions event, competitors must complete all three swims and the Championship will be decided on the basis of the lowest aggregate times In order for competitors to complete the full Champion of Champions event, they must complete each individual event before the designated time for the start of the next element Water Temperature for this weekend of the year has averaged 14.3 degrees celsius over the last 10 years. The event has taken place in lower temperatures (12 degrees in 2013) so make sure you are prepared. Come with a buddy for support, make sure you have lots of hot drinks plus nourishment you can access between swims. A small tent is advisable to keep you away from the elements between swims. Seniors & Juniors Report to the Swim Secretary upon arrival at the Start site at ‘Swimmers Beach’ (on the beach opposite Cinque Ports Yacht Club) from 8am. Please Note, attendance of the briefing is mandatory – failure to attend this will void your entry. This will be held on the beach. 5 mile swim – 9:15am (Note that times will be subject to change) Will be around 3 buoys spaced out in approximately a triangle which will be set within the broader designated swimming area of Dover Harbour. This is clearly marked out by yellow buoys. Swimmers must pass outside each of the buoys on each circuit in a clockwise direction. Each time a swimmer passes the start point at the completion of each lap, they must clearly give his/her number to the Lap Recorders who will be in the lap counting boat. The start, finish and more details of the course will be outlined at the briefing. Non UK Residents must provide evidence of membership of their governing body or individual insurance for Open Water Swimming. Swimmers Beach (where the Channel Swimmers usually train) on the beach opposite from the Cinque Ports Yacht Club on the Esplanade Sorry you will need to ‘Pay and Display’ about £7.00 all day on the sea front. Other car parks are available near by. Most sea front hotels offer free parking. More details on Parking are available at Dover Council website, see below for link. Safety cover will be provided by ca. 8-10 canoeist lifeguards, and by the BLDSA rescue boats. Given the difficulty in ensuring sufficient canoe cover, swimmers are encouraged to bring their own canoeists if possible. The presentation will take place on the beach at approximately 6:00pm. Trophies will be awarded to the winner of the Ladies and Gents Champion of Champions event. Certificates will be awarded to all swimmers completing the full Champion of Champions event. Certificates will also be presented to all competitors finishing individual races. The Championship will be held in the recreational area of the harbour. Nevertheless, it will be a very demanding swim and the following points should be taken into account before entering: * The swim is early in the season and water temperatures can often still be cold. In 2013 the temperature was 12 degrees celsius and in 2014 the temperature was 15 degrees celsius. The average over the last 10 years during this weekend in Dover is 14.3 degrees. Do not fool yourself by training in 20+ degree conditions thinking that will be the same! * The harbour is the largest man made harbour in the UK and can be influenced by wind and swell out side the protective breakwaters. * The harbour is also subject to tidal flow (The swim course is in a low flow area and parallel to the swim). All persons are advised to report any incidents, including near misses, to a nominated person who shall be named at the championship briefing meeting. The BLDSA has in place Anti-Bullying and Child/ Vulnerable Adult Protection Policies. Copies of which may be obtained from the BLDSA Hon. Child Protection Officer. Try the nearest Premier Inn on the Esplanade or go to www.booking.com All Day (Saturday) Port of Dover Harbour House, Marine Parade, Dover, Kent CT17 9BU
Mark Sheridandistanceweekend@bldsa.org.uk
cofcswim@bldsa.org.uk
july 2020 4jul11:00 amBLDSA Torbay8 miles Senior, 4 Miles Veterans. Freestyle/Breaststroke. https://youtu.be/Z6QgttsGUGk
If supplying your own canoeist they must be experienced in sea conditions.
The BLDSA Torbay Championship takes place across a large, semi-circular bay on the south coast of Devon, famous for
If supplying your own canoeist they must be experienced in sea conditions. The BLDSA Torbay Championship takes place across a large, semi-circular bay on the south coast of Devon, famous for its beautiful long sandy beaches, stunning views, red sandstone cliffs and crystal clear waters. The 8 mile starts from Meadfoot beach in Torquay across to the turnaround point at Fishcombe Cove near Brixham. It’s recognised as one of the toughest swims on the BLDSA calendar and a history dating back to the 1950s and still has records that stand from the 1980s, where Karen Toole set a record time of 2 hours 42 minutes (1983) and Lyndon Dunsbee in 2 hours 40 minutes (1986). The event remains only one of two sea swims that the association runs annually. Once the swim is entered if the swimmer cancels their entry they only receive a 50% refund up to 30 days before the date of the swim. If they cancel their entry within 30 days of the date of the swim window no refund is available. Swim Secretary: Steve Price – info@torbayswim.co.uk This event is NON-WETSUIT only. Register NON Member Torbay RegistrationThis is for NON MEMBERS ONLY
Swimmers must be experienced in sea swimming conditions similar to those defined below: Swimmers must have a kayak escorting them for this event, this can either be provided by us for a fee or you can bring your own. If you decide to bring your own, they must be experienced in rough sea conditions and ideally should have a BCU 2 star award. The swim starts from Meadfoot Beach in Torquay across to Fishcombe Bay and then heads back to Meadfoot. Having a good kayaker for this swim is essential since the swimmer can’t navigate and the kayaker can see how the currents are pulling the swimmer. For those looking for relatively cheap accommodation, there are two Premier Inns in the area; Other recommendations for hotels and bed&breakfasts can be found on the local tourist site – https://www.englishriviera.co.uk/accommodation In general, the bay is quite well protected from strong winds – but the race is still very weather dependent. In lead up to the event, the swim secretary, safety officer and race controller will keep a vigilant eye on the forecasts. Usually we use a combination of the following to judge what the conditions may be like; (1) Advice from the coastguard and harbour master in Torbay (2) the met office Inshore Forecast, (3) BBC Weather, (4) Wind Guru and (5) The main shipping forecast. We also have a wealth of experience of the conditions in Torbay from Paignton Sailing Club who help with our safety boat support and have really indepth knowledge of the bay. Our kayakers that we supply are locals too, highly skilled in dealing with tricky sea conditions. With this combination, we’re able to make a well informed decision on whether the race is safe to go ahead, what sort of conditions you as swimmers are likely to face and give you tips on dealing with those too before the start. if you’re unsure on anything – please just ask us, we’re here to help! Each year we have swimmers that write about their experience of Torbay, we’ve listed a few below so you see what it’s really like to swim in one of the most stunning events on the BLDSA calendar; Helen Beveridge – https://outdoorswimmer.com/blogs/the-bldsa-8-mile-torbay-swim-2014 Mark Sheridan – http://reminiscencesofalongdistanceswimmer.blogspot.de/2012/07/bldsa-torbay-2012.html Rebecca Hollingsworth – https://intotheocean.wordpress.com/2017/07/02/swimming-the-english-riviera/ Chris Astill-Smith – BLDSA Torbay 2017;
(Saturday) 11:00 am
SWIM INFORMATION
Age Categories Junior & Senior
Race Categories There are 2 categories
Championship events for swimmers in traditional swimming costumes/ trucks (must not SWIM INFORMATION Age Categories Junior & Senior Race Categories There are 2 categories 1 km Event and 3 km Championship Registration 9:00am – Report to the Swim Secretary upon arrival at the Start site. Briefing 9.30am on the stone jetty at the lake café car park Start 10.00am from the stone jetty at the lake café car park Course The start and finish will be from an imaginary line between a buoy and the end of the stone jetty at the lake café car park. A triangular course will be formed from the jetty, up the lake, round a first buoy across to a second buoy and return to the jetty. Swimmers will complete one lap for 1km and 3 laps for 3 km. Conditions of Entry Time limit There will be a time limit of 1.5 hours for the 1km and 2.5 hours for the 3km swim – this limit will be rigidly enforced. Presentations The presentation for the 1km Championships, will take place, next to the Stone Jetty as soon as possible after the swim (around 13:15 pm). 6 Mile – Two Way Championship Registration 11.45am – Report to the Swim Secretary upon arrival at the Start site. Briefing 12.00am on the stone jetty at the lake café car park Start 1:00pm from the stone jetty at the lake café car park Course The swim will consist of two lengths of Bala Lake, starting and finishing across an imaginary line from the end of the stone jetty at the lake café car park. The route to be taken will be from headland to headland. Swimmers must give their number to the Turning Judge as they round the turning boat at the far end of the lake. Conditions of Entry Time limit There will be a time limit of 5.5 hours on this swim – this limit will be rigidly enforced. However, if you feel that you wish to swim and have worries that you might be just outside this finish time, then by agreement with the swim secretary, there may be a possibility that you can start your swim up to half an hour earlier. Presentations The presentation for the 6 mile Championships, will take place, next to the Stone Jetty at 6:30 pm. Or as soon as reasonably possible as the last swimmer finishes if this a much earlier Contact: 50 Heathfield, e-mail: balaswim@bldsa.org.uk On the day entry for 3km and 1k events. Payment in cash only. 1 km Member EventThis is for BLDSA MEMBERS ONLY 3 kmThis is for BLDSA MEMBERS ONLY 6 milesThis is for BLDSA MEMBERS ONLY NON Member Bala 6 Mile EntryThis is for NON MEMBERS ONLY Bala Open 1k & 3KThis is for NON MEMBERS ONLY
(Saturday) 10:00 am
Philip Yorkeemail: balaswim@bldsa.org.uk
12jul12:00 pmBLDSA Bala (North Wales) - Sunday3 miles Junior/Senior/Open Freestyle/Breaststroke.
3 Mile - One Way Championship (Junior and Senior)
Registration 11.15am - Report to the Swim Secretary upon arrival at the Start site.
Briefing 3 Mile – One Way Championship (Junior and Senior) Registration 11.15am – Report to the Swim Secretary upon arrival at the Start site. Briefing 11.45am on the Public Beach at Llangower Start 12.30 noon from the Public Beach at Llangower Course The swim will consist of one lengths of Bala Lake, starting from an imaginary line from the end of the stone jetty. Swimmers will swim across the lake to a large orange BLDSA buoy which they will turn around clockwise, on the right shoulder. Swimmers will then continue headland to headland along the side of the lake until they reach the stone jetty. Swimmers will finish by touching the jetty and calling out their number. Conditions of Entry Time limit There will be a time limit of 3.5hours on this swim – this limit will be rigidly enforced. However, if you feel that you wish to swim and have worries that you might be just outside this finish time, then by agreement with the swim secretary, there may be a possibility that you can start your swim up to half an hour earlier. Presentations The presentation for the 3 mile Championships, will take place at the finish end of the lake, next to the pontoon as soon as possible after the swim (around 3:00pm). Contact: 50 Heathfield, e-mail: balaswim@bldsa.org.uk Swimmers must have a kayak escorting them for this event, the kayaker must be experienced in rough waters and head wind conditions and ideally should have a BCU 2 star award. ** PLEASE TAKE NOTE ON-LINE ENTRIES ONLY ** 3 miles SundayThis is for BLDSA MEMBERS ONLYNON Member Bala 3 Mile EntryThis is for NON MEMBERS ONLY
(Sunday) 12:00 pm
Philip Yorkeemail: balaswim@bldsa.org.uk
25jul12:00 pmBLDSA Coniston5.25 miles. Freestyle/Breaststroke. Coniston Water is a beautiful lake set in the stunning scenery of the fells where you can join this popular event. Test yourself to swim the 5.25 miles in the Coniston Water is a beautiful lake set in the stunning scenery of the fells where you can join this popular event. Test yourself to swim the 5.25 miles in the sweet tasting clear water that was so loved by Arthur Ransome and his children of ‘Swallows and Amazons’. 5.25 miles membersThis is for BLDSA MEMBERS ONLY NON Member Coniston 5.25 mile eventThis is for NON MEMBERS ONLY
Swimmers must have a kayak escorting them for this event. You will need to bring your own, however we may be able to provide a small number of kayakers for an additional fee. The course goes from Water Park at the southern end of Coniston Water and you swim until you run out of water, finishing at Monk Coniston at the northern end of the lake. Please note that we are not allowed to park at Water Park – but you can drop off kayaks in advance. This is why we allow so much time between the briefing and the start (see below). You WILL have time to organise all of the logistical requirements, so all swimmers and kayakers MUST attend the briefing. This swim is open to all but priority will be given to BLDSA members. Time – 8:30am registration; 9:30am briefing; 12noon swim start The presentation will be on the beach as soon as possible after the last swimmer has finished. — For more information please contact: Michelle Hardy (Saturday) 12:00 pm Coniston Water Lake Rd, Coniston LA21 8AN, United Kingdom
Michelle HardyConiston events
swimmermichelle8@gmail.com
26jul12:00 pmBLDSA Coniston Short Course3.85 miles, Freestyle. Overview
A beautiful swim in a beautiful lake. The short course swim starts near the Brown Howe car park and you swim down to finish on the beach just before the A beautiful swim in a beautiful lake. The short course swim starts near the Brown Howe car park and you swim down to finish on the beach just before the Bluebird Café. This shorter course is designed to give all swimmers the opportunity to swim in Coniston. Presentation of certificates will take place on the beach once all the swimmers have finished. If you want, you can also enter to swim the full length of the lake (5.25m) on the previous day. Swimmers must have a kayak escorting them for this event. Coniston Short Course 3.85 milesThis is for BLDSA MEMBERS ONLY NON Member Coniston 3.85 mile eventThis is for NON MEMBERS ONLY
*Prerequisites: You must be over 45 on the day of the swim to enter as a Vet. The course goes from Brown Howe down to the beach just in front of the Bluebird Café, for a 3.85m swim. The swimmers will start in waves to allow swimmers to finish as close to each other as possible. This swim is open for all and allows non traditional swimming costumes including wetsuits. 9am registration; 10am briefing; 11:30am swim start The certificate presentation will be on the beach as soon as possible after the last swimmer has finished. — For more information for 2020 please contact: Michelle Hardy (Sunday) 12:00 pm Coniston Water Lake Rd, Coniston LA21 8AN, United Kingdom
Michelle HardyConiston events
swimmermichelle8@gmail.com
august 2020 5/ 3/ 1 MILES, SENIOR/JUNIORS/OPEN
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We are recreating one of our toughest swims on the calendar, The BLDSA Classic Champion of Champions 9 mile challenge. Each competitor will swim the 5/ 3/ 1 MILES, SENIOR/JUNIORS/OPEN EVENT DETAILS OVERVIEW We are recreating one of our toughest swims on the calendar, The BLDSA Classic Champion of Champions 9 mile challenge. Each competitor will swim the three events (Non-wetsuit only), with an interval between each swim. The challenge is getting warm, refuelled and then getting ready to get back in the cold water for the next event. The open event is available to any swimmer including non traditional costumes and wetsuits.
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THE EVENT The senior Champion of Champions events will consist of three swims –5 miles, 3 miles and then 1 mile- 10 laps, 6 laps and 2 laps of a designated course. Each lap will be 1/2 mile – the course being set using GPS. All competitors shall enter all 3 events. To complete the full Champion of Champions event, competitors must complete all three swims and the Championship placings will be decided on the basis of the lowest aggregate times. In order for competitors to complete the full Champion of Champions event, they must complete each individual event before the designated time for the start of the next element We recommend swimmers bring food and drink to refuel, suitable warm, dry clothing to wear between events, and bring a support buddy to look after you and cheer you on. AGE CATEGORIES Seniors & Juniors REGISTRATION Report to the Event Swim Secretary upon arrival. The registration point will be signposted at Holyhead sailing club from 8am. BRIEFING Please Note, attendance of the briefing is mandatory – failure to attend this will void your entry. This will be held at Holyhead Sailing Club START 5 mile swim – 9:15am (Note that times will be subject to change) COURSE A ½ mile course will be clearly marked out in the harbour off Newry beach. Swimmers must swim around the outside of each of the buoys on each circuit as detailed in the swim briefing . Every time a swimmer completes a lap, they must clearly give their swim number to the lap Recorders. The start, finish and position of the lap recorders will be outlined at the briefing. TIME LIMITS NON UK RESIDENTS Non UK Residents must provide evidence of membership of their governing body or individual insurance for Open Water Swimming. LOCATION Holyhead Sailing Club/ Newry Beach, Holyhead SAFETY COVER The 2 BLDSA fast rescue boats will be in attendance at the event and will be supported by support kayakers and other support vessels dispersed around the course. We will have designated first aid support available throughout the event. PRESENTATIONS The presentation will take place at Holyhead Sailing Club . Trophies will be awarded to the winner of the Ladies and Gents Champion of Champions event. Certificates will be awarded to all swimmers completing the full Champion of Champions event. Certificates will also be presented to all competitors finishing individual races. GENERAL INFORMATION The Championship will be held in Holyhead, on the beautiful Isle of Anglesey. We are bringing the popular Champion of Champions event format to Wales. Many swimmers over the years have taken on this challenge in locations in The South and North of the UK to help prepare for channel solo and relay swims. By locating the swim in Holyhead we can hopefully some local swimmers from Wales and swimmers from over the sea but in easy reach on The Isle of Man and Ireland to take on the event too. ACCOMMODATION Holyhead itself has a selection of B &B’s and hotels, including a Travelodge and there are also plenty of accommodation options within driving distance in the popular tourist locations of Treaddur Bay (10 min drive) & Rhosneigr (approx. 20 min drive) There are also plenty of Campsites around Holyhead. Liane Llewellyn Hickling liane.llewellyn@btinternet.com All Day (Saturday) Holyhead Harbour Newry Beach
Mrs Liane Hickling62 Main Road, Denholme, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD13 4BL Tel: 01274 830615 e-mail: liane.llewellyn@btinternet.com
1aug11:45 amPier2Pier Sea Swim - Isle of Wight2 miles tidal assisted. Register Here
We are delighted to let you know that registration is now open for this years’ Pier2Pier We are delighted to let you know that registration is now open for this years’ Pier2Pier Sea Swim Isle of Wight, taking place on Saturday 1st August 2020 at 11.45am. This year we are embracing technology and are working with a partner, Results Base Ltd., to provide online registration and event timing. We would love to see you again this year, so please click on the link below to register. We look forward to seeing you again in August. Isle of Wight Marlins Swim Club (Saturday) 11:45 am 2augAll DayBLDSA (Wales) Newry Beach, Holyhead Harbour OPEN1/2 Mile & 1 Mile, Open to all swimmers 800m and 1 mile OPEN EVENTs
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On the Sunday morning following our BLDSA Champion of Champions Wales event we will be holding 800m and 1 mile open 800m and 1 mile OPEN EVENTs EVENT DETAILS OVERVIEW On the Sunday morning following our BLDSA Champion of Champions Wales event we will be holding 800m and 1 mile open events. These events can be entered by non BLDSA members, Wetsuit swimmers and non- wetsuit swimmers. The events will raise money for Holyhead RNLI
THE EVENT 800m event: 1 lap around course 1 mile event: 2 laps around course Each lap will be 1/2 mile – the course being set using GPS. REGISTRATION Report to the Event Swim Secretary upon arrival. The registration point will be signposted at Holyhead sailing club from 8am. BRIEFING Please Note, attendance of the briefing is mandatory – failure to attend this will void your entry. This will be held at Holyhead Sailing Club START 9:15am COURSE A ½ mile course will be clearly marked out in the harbour off Newry beach. Swimmers must swim around the outside of each of the buoys on each circuit as detailed in the swim briefing . Every time a swimmer completes a lap, they must clearly give their swim number to the lap Recorders. The start, finish and position of the lap recorders will be outlined at the briefing. LOCATION Holyhead Sailing Club/ Newry Beach, Holyhead SAFETY COVER The 2 BLDSA fast rescue boats will be in attendance at the event and will be supported by support kayakers and other support vessels dispersed around the course. We will have designated first aid support available throughout the event. PRESENTATIONS The presentation will take place at Holyhead Sailing Club after the vent is complete Certificates will be presented to all competitors finishing individual races. GENERAL INFORMATION The Championship will be held in Holyhead, on the beautiful Isle of Anglesey. The event will raise funds for Holyhead RNLI ACCOMMODATION Holyhead itself has a selection of B &B’s and hotels, including a Travelodge and there are also plenty of accommodation options within driving distance in the popular tourist locations of Treaddur Bay (10 min drive) & Rhosneigr (approx. 20 min drive) There are also plenty of Campsites around Holyhead. Liane Llewellyn Hickling liane.llewellyn@btinternet.com All Day (Sunday) Holyhead Harbour Newry Beach
Mrs Liane Hickling62 Main Road, Denholme, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD13 4BL Tel: 01274 830615 e-mail: liane.llewellyn@btinternet.com
15aug7:45 amBLDSA Ullswater7 Mile Senior Freestyle/Breaststroke ULLSWATER Saturday August 15th 2020
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As the second longest lake in the Lake District, at 7 miles long Ullswater is often deemed the most beautiful. The ribbon lake ULLSWATER Saturday August 15th 2020 EVENT OVERVIEW As the second longest lake in the Lake District, at 7 miles long Ullswater is often deemed the most beautiful. The ribbon lake nestles within the foothills of the Helvellyn and High Street ranges, leading to chillier temperatures and bumpier waters as the wind channels down the valley. With this in mind, Ullswater can be considered one of the toughest Lake District swims, with stunning views along the entire length of the course. Why not make a weekend of it by entering the North Lakes Challenge and participating in both the Ullswater swim on the Saturday and the Derwentwater on the Sunday (5.25 mile event only). This can be completed as a solo swimmer or as a duo swapping role of swimmer and paddler on the second day. Additional certificates will be awarded for completion of this challenge. THE EVENT The swim of 7 miles begin at the southern end of the lake at Glenridding pier and concludes close to the source of the River Eamont and Lakeland boat hire, in Pooley Bridge. Advice regarding parking will be issued following entry to the event. You will need to make your own arrangements for picking up vehicles left at the start of the swim in Glenridding. Swimmers must provide their own Kayak and paddler for support on the water. See Boat Crews requirements on the BLDSA website. Water Temperatures: Ullswater is a considered one of the chillier swims usually sitting below 16˚c. Presentation: After the swim, join us in celebrating by friendly presentation in a local cosy pub in Pooley Bridge. Certificates will be awarded to all swimmers completing the event alongside keepsakes to the winners of the Ladies and Gents Championship and winners of the boys and girls Junior Championship. Swim Secretary: Annie Stafford email: annegstafford@googlemail.com Tel: 01257268946 Mob:07768132622 ENTRY CATEGORIES Championship entry will require BLDSA membership and be non-wetsuit; veterans/ seniors £70 and juniors £20 Juniors MUST have a Parent or Guardian present AT ALL TIMES during the events. There will be a number of spaces allocated to a wetsuit category. All event rules will remain the same, other than swim wear and competing in a separate wetsuit class. This is offered at a price of veterans/ seniors £115 and juniors £30 if not BLDSA members, BLDSA members will pay standard BLDSA rates. All swimmers must provide their own kayak and paddler boat support in the water. REGISTRATION Both swimmer and kayaker report to the Swim Secretary upon arrival at Glenridding Steamer Car Park from 7.45am BRIEFING Please Note, attendance to the briefing is mandatory for both the swimmer and kayaker – failure to attend this will void your entry. START 1st Wave @ 8.30am (Note that times may be subject to change) FINISH Pooley Bridge near the boat hire Cut off time 6 hours ACCOMODATION There is a wide variety of accommodation to choose from should you wish to stay in this stunning location, from campsites to welcoming B&B’s. A simple google search will pull up a number of options. Annie Stafford Swim Secretary Swimmers must have a kayak escorting them for this event, the kayaker should be experienced in rough waters and head wind conditions and ideally should have a BCU 2 star award. PLEASE TAKE NOTE ON-LINE ENTRIES ONLY
Ullswater Member EventThis is for BLDSA MEMBERS ONLY Ullswater OPEN eventThis is for NON MEMBERS ONLY
(Saturday) 7:45 am Ullswater 'Steamers' The Pier House, Glenridding, Cumbria CA11 0US
Annie Staffordtel: 01257268946 Email: annegstafford@googlemail.com
ULLSWATER Saturday August 15th 2020
DERWENTWATER Sunday August 16th 2020
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Why not make a weekend of it by entering the North Lakes Challenge and participating in both ULLSWATER Saturday August 15th 2020 DERWENTWATER Sunday August 16th 2020 EVENT OVERVIEW Why not make a weekend of it by entering the North Lakes Challenge and participating in both the Ullswater swim on the Saturday and the Derwentwater on the Sunday (5.25 mile event only). This can be completed as a solo swimmer or as a duo swapping role of swimmer and paddler on the second day. Additional certificates will be awarded for completion of this challenge. Ullswater is the second longest lake in the Lake District, at 7 miles long Ullswater is often deemed the most beautiful. The ribbon lake nestles within the foothills of the Helvellyn and High Street ranges, leading to chillier temperatures and bumpier waters as the wind channels down the valley. With this in mind, Ullswater can be considered one of the toughest Lake District swims, with stunning views along the entire length of the course. THE EVENT The swim of 7 miles begin at the southern end of the lake at Glenridding pier and concludes close to the source of the River Eamont and Lakeland boat hire, in Pooley Bridge. Advice regarding parking will be issued following entry to the event. You will need to make your own arrangements for picking up vehicles left at the start of the swim in Glenridding. Swimmers must provide their own Kayak and paddler for support on the water. See Boat Crews requirements on the BLDSA website. Water Temperatures: Ullswater is a considered one of the chillier swims usually sitting below 16˚c. Presentation: After the swim, join us in celebrating by friendly presentation in a local cosy pub in Pooley Bridge. Certificates will be awarded to all swimmers completing the event alongside keepsakes to the winners of the Ladies and Gents Championship and winners of the boys and girls Junior Championship. ENTRY CATEGORIES Championship entry will require BLDSA membership and be non-wetsuit; veterans/ seniors & juniors Juniors MUST have a Parent or Guardian present AT ALL TIMES during the events. There will be a number of spaces allocated to a wetsuit category. All event rules will remain the same, other than swim wear and competing in a separate wetsuit class. All swimmers must provide their own kayak and paddler support in the water. REGISTRATION Both swimmer and kayaker report to the Swim Secretary upon arrival at Glenridding Steamer Car Park from 7.45am BRIEFING Please Note, attendance to the briefing is mandatory for both the swimmer and kayaker – failure to attend this will void your entry. START 1st Wave @ 8.30am (Note that times may be subject to change) FINISH Pooley Bridge near the boat hire Cut off time 6 hours ACCOMODATION There is a wide variety of accommodation to choose from should you wish to stay in this stunning location, from campsites to welcoming B&B’s. A simple google search will pull up a number of options. Annie Stafford Swim Secretary Swimmers must have a kayak escorting them for this event, the kayaker should be experienced in rough waters and head wind conditions and ideally should have a BCU 2 star award. DERWENTWATER, Sunday August 16th 2020 EVENT OVERVIEW: Derwent water nestles under Cat Bells with Borrowdale at the southern end. The river Derwent comes into the water here adding a refreshing surprise during the longer triangular swim of 5.25 miles. The start for the 5.25 mile swim, is from the Keswick Launch piers, to the south end of the Lake then east towards Kettlewell beach and back to the piers. The EVENTS: Swimmers for both events need to provide their own Kayak and paddler. Briefing for both swims is on the beach by the Launch piers near the Theatre by the Lake, Keswick. There is ample parking. Presentations will be held on the beach after the last swimmers have completed. Swim Secretary Annie Stafford Tel 01257 268946 Mob 07768132622 ENTRY CATEGORIES: Championship entry will require BLDSA membership and is for non-wetsuit swimmers in traditional costumes. 5.25 mile triangular swim seniors / veterans and juniors. Juniors must have a parent or guardian present at all times during the events. There will be open category places for both swims, where wetsuits or non-traditional costumes are allowed. If you are a BLDSA member prices are the same. REGISTRATION: 8.30 am at Keswick Launch Piers. Briefing for swim 9am. Kayakers must register and attend the briefing. 5.25 mile swim starts at 9.30am. Finish at the beach near Keswick Launch piers. Cut off times 5.5 hours. Accommodation: There are campsites, a YHA and B&Bs in Keswick. Annie Stafford Swim Secretary EVENT ENTRY PLEASE TAKE NOTE ON-LINE ENTRIES ONLY
BLDSA Member North Lakes Challenge EntryThis is for BLDSA MEMBERS ONLY NON Member North Lakes Challenge EntryThis is for NON MEMBERS ONLY
Swimmers must have a kayak escorting them for this event, the kayaker should be experienced in rough waters and head wind conditions and ideally should have a BCU 2 star award. (Saturday) 8:00 am Ullswater / Derwentwater
Annie Staffordtel: 01257268946 Email: annegstafford@googlemail.com
16aug8:00 amBLDSA Derwentwater2 miles, 5.25 miles Junior/Senior. Freestyle/Breaststroke. DERWENTWATER, Sunday August 16th 2020
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Derwent water nestles under Cat Bells with Borrowdale at the southern end. The river Derwent comes into the water here adding a refreshing surprise during DERWENTWATER, Sunday August 16th 2020 EVENT OVERVIEW: Derwent water nestles under Cat Bells with Borrowdale at the southern end. The river Derwent comes into the water here adding a refreshing surprise during the longer triangular swim of 5.25 miles. The start for the 5.25 mile swim, is from the Keswick Launch piers, to the south end of the Lake then east towards Kettlewell beach and back to the piers. A second, 2 mile swim, sets off a little later from Kettlewell Beach on the eastern shore, with both swims finishing back at the piers together. For those also swimming Ullswater the day before and entering the longer Derwent water swim, there is a price reduction and an extra Northern Lakes Challenge Certificate. Some duos swap, swimming one lake and paddling for the other. The EVENTS: Swimmers for both events need to provide their own Kayak and paddler. Briefing for both swims is on the beach by the Launch piers near the Theatre by the Lake, Keswick. There is ample parking. Presentations will be held on the beach after the last swimmers have completed. Swim Secretary Annie Stafford Tel 01257 268946 Mob 07768132622 ENTRY CATEGORIES: Championship entry will require BLDSA membership and is for non-wetsuit swimmers in traditional costumes. 5.25 mile triangular swim seniors and veterans £50, or £35 if you also swim Ullswater the day before. Juniors £10. 2 mile swim senior and veterans £35. Juniors £10. Juniors must have a parent or guardian present at all times during the events. There will be open category places for both swims, where wetsuits or non-traditional costumes are allowed. If you are a BLDSA member prices are the same. For non-members 5.25 mile seniors and veterans £85 juniors £20. For non-members 2 mile seniors and veterans £70, juniors £20. REGISTRATION: for both swims 8.30 am at Keswick Launch Piers. Briefing for both swims 9am. Kayakers must register and attend the briefing. 5.25 mile swim starts at 9.30am. 2 mile swim starts 10.30am at Kettlewell Beach National Trust car park. Both swims finish at the beach near Keswick Launch piers. Cut off times 5.5 hours and 2.5 hours. Accommodation: There are campsites, a YHA and B&Bs in Keswick. Annie Stafford Swim Secretary Swimmers must have a kayak escorting them for this event, the kayaker should be experienced in rough waters and head wind conditions and ideally should have a BCU 2 star award. PLEASE TAKE NOTE ON-LINE ENTRIES ONLY
Derwentwater Member EventThis is for MEMBERS ONLY Derwent water OPEN eventThis is for NON MEMBERS ONLY
(Sunday) 8:00 am Derwentwater Lake Road, Keswick CA12 5DJ, United Kingdom
Annie Staffordtel: 01257268946 Email: annegstafford@googlemail.com
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This is an extreme endurance event in variable conditions and water temperatures, requiring the highest level of mental determination. Although full safety cover is provided, the swimmer is expected to This is an extreme endurance event in variable conditions and water temperatures, requiring the highest level of mental determination. Although full safety cover is provided, the swimmer is expected to source a suitable escort boat and provide crew for it. This aspect of the swim is at least 50 % responsible for success. It is an overnight swim with a staggered start to try to achieve an 8am finish for everyone. Past times have been between 9 and 26 hours! There are only around 60 people who have completed this swim, the first one being Commander Gerry Forsburg in 1959. As a result of our amazingly successful anniversary relay in 2019 we are offering a new relay event to be held in conjunction with our end to end event. For more information on this please contact Janet as below. Contact: Tel: mobile number 07957 348328 Return filled in entry form with fee (if cheque or stating done via BACS) to the swim secretary (address shown above). Read before entering. Entries close 29th July 2020. An interview with the only 2 out of 9 who conquered 21.6mile Loch Lomond in 2014 (Saturday) 4:00 pm - 8:00 am
Mrs Janet Wilson20 Padget Court, Ben Rhydding Drive, Ilkley West Yorkshire, LS29 8AU. Tel: mobile number 07957 348328. email: janetwilson22@aol.com
september 2020 5sep9:00 amBLDSA Windermere10.5 miles Seniors / Juniors / Open
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BLDSA Windermere 10.5 miles Seniors & Juniors – all strokes, none wetsuit and wetsuit
Windermere is the longest “Lake” Saturday 5th Sept 2020, 9:00am BLDSA Windermere 10.5 miles Seniors & Juniors – all strokes, none wetsuit and wetsuit Windermere is the longest “Lake” in England with a rich history of people completing the swim. The swim starts at Fell Foot park and finishes at the top end of the lake just after Ambleside Pier. At 10.5 miles it’s a challenging and iconic swim but you will be treated to beautiful scenery all the way up the lake. For the 1st time for 2020, we will be allowing wetsuit swimmers to swim along the traditional non-wetsuit swimmers. Only non-wetsuit BLDSA member swimmers will be eligible for the Championship however. Non member and wetsuit places will be limited and will be issued on a first come basis, assuming all the pre requisite conditions are met. Pre-requisites for the swim are having swam an open water swim over 5.5 miles in 3.5 hours. Your entry will only be fully accepted with proof of this swim. Entries will be considered prior to this being met, but this will have to be complete by the end of June 2020 for full acceptance. All swimmers have to have a crew to take part in the swim. You can provide your own or the BLDSA can try and provide one for you numbers permitting Categories: Windermere Non-wetsuit providing own crew – £120 Windermere Non-wetsuit BLDSA providing crew – £220 Windermere Wetsuit providing own crew – £120 Windermere Wetsuit BLDSA providing crew – £220 Juniors will be allowed to swim providing they can give proof of experience in events of this magnitude. See options for pricing from £20 Non member prices are as above +£50.00 Rowing boats are available from Ambleside but these must be organised by the swimmer, who must also provide their own crew. Unfortunately the BLDSA can no longer facilitate rowing boats due to the insurance implications imposed by the hire company. Please be aware the hire company will make a charge for delivery of the rowing boat to Fell Foot and again you may have to arrange your own insurance. Pre-requisites include an open water 5.5 mile swim in 3.5 hours. Swim Secretary: Chris Malpass
Windermere 10.5 milesThis is for BLDSA MEMBERS ONLY Windermere Open (one way)This is for NON MEMBERS ONLY After Event MealNumber of limited places
(Saturday) 9:00 am Windermere Lake District National Park Cumbria UK
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12sep9:00 amBLDSA St. Mary's Loch3.25 miles, 6.5 miles and 1km events. This is a challenging swim in a remote area on the Scottish Borders. There are 1km, 3.25 miles and 6.5 mile events, the longer 2 needing a personal escort boat This is a challenging swim in a remote area on the Scottish Borders. There are 1km, 3.25 miles and 6.5 mile events, the longer 2 needing a personal escort boat or kayak, provided by the swimmer. In return for your efforts you are treated to unrivalled scenery, refreshment and excellent company. The swim starts and finishes on the Tibbie Sheils campsite, where camping and other accommodation is available. There are no conventional trophies for this event, except a shield awarded to the oldest person to complete the two way event. However the event is very much one to celebrate personal success and every successful swimmer is rewarded for their efforts. Contact: Tel: mobile number 07957 348328 Swimmers must have a kayak escorting them for this event, you need to bring your own, they should be experienced in rough water conditions and ideally should have a BCU 2 star award. Online
1 km Member EventThis is for BLDSA MEMBERS ONLY NON Member St Marys 1K EntryThis is for NON MEMBERS ONLY 3.25 milesThis is for BLDSA MEMBERS ONLY 6.5 miles membersThis is for BLDSA MEMBERS ONLY NON Member St. Mary's eventThis is for NON MEMBERS ONLY
PDF entry form Info PDF, please read before entering (Saturday) 9:00 am St. Mary's Loch Scottish Borders
Mrs Janet Wilson20 Padget Court, Ben Rhydding Drive, Ilkley West Yorkshire, LS29 8AU. Tel: mobile number 07957 348328. email: janetwilson22@aol.com
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- BLDSA Novice events are open to non-members from 10 years of age upwards.
- PLEASE NOTE CLOSING DATES CAN BE UP TO 1 MONTH PRIOR TO DATE OF SWIM.
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- All swimmers are reminded that safety equipment as required in the Championship rules will be checked physically at the briefing meeting. Failure to comply with the requirements will mean the swimmer will be disqualified from the Championship.