Entries opened 2nd January 2019.
february 2019 1jan - 1mar1:00 ammar 1- 12:00 amBLDSA 1 Hour Postal Swim Please use the form links below:
Individual Bulk Entry Form
Individual Entry Form
Team Entry Form
BLDSA 1 hour Postal swim. Entry forms, further information Please use the form links below: BLDSA 1 hour Postal swim. Entry forms, further information and results are available on the BLDSA Postal Swim website: http://postalswim.com/ January 1 (Tuesday) 1:00 am - March 1 (Friday) 12:00 am
Mandymandy.postalswim@aec.uk.net.
march 2019 9mar6:30 pm- 12:00 pmFeaturedAnnual 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! Price: £35/person Menu – Download Menu The Royal Hotel – Scarborough – See map at bottom of page. Standard Double/Twin £69 per night Standard Single £49 per night All prices are inclusive of Breakfast and VAT @20% ( 01723 361774 ) – https://www.britanniahotels.com/hotels/the-royal-hotel-scarborough Please book direct with the hotel on: 01723 361 774 These rates are discounted for our event. In order for them to be applied you need to ask reception to transfer you to Jackie or Gemma in Events and quote the reference BLDSA Parking is available – please see the information here Nominations – To nominate people for their fantastic achievements this year click here. (Saturday) 6:30 pm - 12:00 pm Dates and times: 16th-17th March 2019, running from 9 am Saturday to 1 pm Sunday.
Cost: £100.00
Location: Charlton Lido and Lifestyle Club, Hornfair Park, Shooters Hill Rd, London SE18 4LX, UK
see below for details or Dates and times: 16th-17th March 2019, running from 9 am Saturday to 1 pm Sunday. Cost: £100.00 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 2019 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. We will also be incorporating a Pilates and Flexibility session with a leading, qualified Pilates coach. 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. Chris is Swim Sec for BLDSA Windermere. 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 one of only few Brits to be listed in the ’24-hour club’ with his 70km & 33-hour solo success in Lake Geneva in 2016. He has swum the English Channel twice, Two-way Windermere and Loch Lomond solo among very many others. 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 Two-way Windermere swims. He is living-proof that you can come to swimming later in life and achieve much greatness. 16 (Saturday) 9:00 am - 17 (Sunday) 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
may 2019 Overview
The first BLDSA swim of the year and a great start to the season. You can choose from 1km, 3km or 5km – or even really kick the season off The first BLDSA swim of the year and a great start to the season. You can choose from 1km, 3km or 5km – or even really kick the season off with a bang and double up and do the 1km swim and one of the longer distances too. Use the links below to enter this event.
Entries for the 1 km are on the day. The course is a 1km loop of Colwick lake in Nottinghamshire, marked by positioned buoys. The 1km swim will start first and we welcome as many newcomers to open water swimming as possible. The 1km swim is open to both wetsuit swimmers and non-BLDSA members – you can also sign up on the day. The 3km and 5km swims will start together (so you CANNOT enter both) and will both do multiple loops of the lake. Both events are open to wetsuit swimmers – but you will not swim as part of the championship event. 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: Amanda Bell – email a_l_bell@hotmail.com (Sunday) 9:00 am Nottingham
Amanda Belle mail: a_l_bell@hotmail.com
june 2019 The 18th WYKEHAM CHAMPIONSHIPS
Swimmers will be escorted around a marked course by their individual kayakers with buoys lit for navigation.
The 2019 NIGHT events include the following:
5 km - Senior only - The 18th WYKEHAM CHAMPIONSHIPS Swimmers will be escorted around a marked course by their individual kayakers with buoys lit for navigation. The 2019 NIGHT events include the following: 5 km – Senior only – Traditional Costume/trunks
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 organizer will endeavor 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 19th 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 19th 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 2019 events include the following: 2 mile (3.2km) – Junior & Senior – Traditional Costume/trunks 5 km – Senior only – Traditional Costume/trunks 1 km – Open, Seniors & Juniors – Traditional Costume/trunks and Wetsuits Register here;
5 km 5 km (night swim) 2 miles 1 km
PLEASE NOTE: DOGS ARE NOT ALLOWED For more information contact: Ms Erin Hope e-mail: erinx1xhope@outlook.com (Sunday) 11:00 am Wykeham Lake (Nr. Scarborough) Long Causeway Road Scarborough, North Yorkshire YO13 9QU United Kingdom
Erin Hope
erinx1xhope@outlook.com
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
22jun9:00 amBLDSA Champion of Champions (North) Scaling Dam5/ 3/ 1 Miles, Senior/Juniors, Freestyle The BLDSA Champion of Champions (North) will be held on the 22nd June 2019. The event is a week after the world famous & gruelling BLDSA Champion of Champions (South).
The The BLDSA Champion of Champions (North) will be held on the 22nd June 2019. The event is a week after the world famous & gruelling BLDSA Champion of Champions (South). The Champion of Championship North will be the 4th BLDSA Championship of the season, following swims at Colwick Park in Nottingham, Wykeham Lakes in Yorkshire and the Champion of Champions (South) in Dover Harbour (check those out!) Seniors & Juniors Events comprise 5 mile race +3 mile race +1 mile race = 9 miles in total. Competitors can swim in any or all of the 3 events TRADITIONAL COSTUMES/TRUNKS ONLY TO BE WORN Contact: Amanda Bell Tel: 07590 685913 Register here Senior/Veteran Registration Junior Registration
(Saturday) 9:00 am Scaling Dam TS13 4TP july 2019 6jul11:00 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. Swim Secretary: André Roberts – torbayswim@bldsa.org.uk This event is NON-WETSUIT only.
*Swimmers must be members of the BLDSA before entering and must be experienced swimmers (Torbay – Ideal experience for swimmers). Swimmers must have a kayak with 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! Notes: 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
Andre RobertsTel: 07480 234 807
5 Hill End Road, Twyning, Tewksbury, Gloucestershire. GL20 6JL
Contact:
Philip Yorke
50 Heathfield,
Mirfield, W Yorks, WF14 9BL.
e-mail: balaswim@bldsa.org.uk
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(Saturday) 10:00 am
Philip Yorkeemail: balaswim@bldsa.org.uk
14jul12:00 pmBLDSA Bala (North Wales) - Sunday3 miles Junior/Senior. Freestyle/Breaststroke. Contact:
Philip Yorke
50 Heathfield,
Mirfield, W Yorks, WF14 9BL.
e-mail: balaswim@bldsa.org.uk
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Philip Yorkeemail: balaswim@bldsa.org.uk
27jul12:00 pmBLDSA Coniston Veterans3.85 miles, Freestyle. Overview
A beautiful swim in a beautiful lake. The Vets swim starts near the Brown Howe car park and you swim down to finish on the beach just before the Bluebird A beautiful swim in a beautiful lake. The Vets swim starts near the Brown Howe car park and you swim down to finish on the beach just before the Bluebird Café. With the presentation taking 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) the following day.
*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 two waves to allow swimmers to finish as close to each other as possible. This swim is for BLDSA members only (Vets – 45+ on the day of the swim) and is for skins swimmers only. 9am registration; 10am briefing; 11:30am swim start The presentation will be on the beach as soon as possible after the last swimmer has finished. — For more information for 2019 please contact: Francis Zielinski (Saturday) 12:00 pm Coniston Water Lake Rd, Coniston LA21 8AN, United Kingdom
Francis Zielinskiullswaterswim@bldsa.org.uk
28jul12:00 pmBLDSA Coniston (Junior & Senior)5.25 miles Senior/Junior. 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’.
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. Transport will be provided for all swimmers to the start, we ask that kayakers and supporters make their own way there. However, 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 for BLDSA members only, but open to Juniors, Seniors and Vets, and is for skins swimmers only. 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: Francis Zielinski (Sunday) 12:00 pm Coniston Water Lake Rd, Coniston LA21 8AN, United Kingdom
Francis Zielinskiullswaterswim@bldsa.org.uk
august 2019 5/ 3/ 1 MILES, SENIOR/JUNIORS, FREESTYLE
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 5/ 3/ 1 MILES, SENIOR/JUNIORS, FREESTYLE 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.
Senior/Veteran entry Junior entry
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
4augAll DayBLDSA (Wales) Newry Beach, Holyhead Harbour OPEN1/2 Mile & 1 Mile, Open to all swimmers 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 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
10aug - 11aug 107:00 amaug 11BLDSA 2 Way Windermere21 miles (Overnight) Senior Contact Swim Secretary:
David Randall
email:
10 (Saturday) 7:00 am - 11 (Sunday) 6:00 pm Windermere Lake District National Park Cumbria UK
David Randall
17aug7:45 amBLDSA Ullswater7 Mile Senior Freestyle/Breaststroke A 7 mile swim in a stunning location under the shadow of Hellvellyn, make it a weekend away in the beautiful lake district camping or in the comfort of a A 7 mile swim in a stunning location under the shadow of Hellvellyn, make it a weekend away in the beautiful lake district camping or in the comfort of a friendly B&B. After the swim enjoy some lovely food and banter at the presentation in a local pub in Pooley Bridge. Own boat and crew to be provided. Swim Secretary: TBA for 2019 – ullswaterswim@bldsa.org.uk PLEASE TAKE NOTE ON-LINE ENTRIES ONLY
(Saturday) 7:45 am Ullswater 'Steamers' The Pier House, Glenridding, Cumbria CA11 0US
TBA
18aug9:00 amBLDSA Derwentwater2 miles, 5.25 miles Junior/Senior. Freestyle/Breaststroke. A 5.25 mile triangular swim around Derwentwater. No wetsuits. Starts from Keswick Launch Piers, Keswick, Lake District.
2 mile swim starts at Kettlewell Beach, NT, Car Park. Wetsuits allowed, but you A 5.25 mile triangular swim around Derwentwater. No wetsuits. Starts from Keswick Launch Piers, Keswick, Lake District. 2 mile swim starts at Kettlewell Beach, NT, Car Park. Wetsuits allowed, but you will not enter the Championship. All swimmers need individual Kayak support. Inflatable Kayaks are not allowed. This swim is the day after BLDSA Ullswater swim and some swimmers like to do both swims. Alternatively some swimmers pair up and swim one of the swims and paddles for the other one. An additional certificate will be given if you swim in both of these double weekend events. Swim Secretary – Annie Stafford (derwentwaterswim@bldsa.org.uk / 01257268946) PLEASE TAKE NOTE ON-LINE ENTRIES ONLY
5.25 miles 2 milesDerwentwater 2 miles JuniorDerwentwater 5.25 miles Junior
(Sunday) 9:00 am Derwentwater Lake Road, Keswick CA12 5DJ, United Kingdom
Annie Staffordtel: 01257268946 Email: annegstafford@googlemail.co.uk
24aug7:55 pm- 7:55 pmBLDSA Loch Lomond Relay Loch Lomond Relay 2019
2019 is the 60th Anniversary of the first solo swim of Loch Lomond by Commander Gerry Forsberg. Only around 60 swimmers have since completed this challenging swim, Loch Lomond Relay 2019 2019 is the 60th Anniversary of the first solo swim of Loch Lomond by Commander Gerry Forsberg. Only around 60 swimmers have since completed this challenging swim, so in 2019 we are having a celebratory relay swim on Saturday 24th August. Teams will have a staggered start to finish around 8pm, so for some it will be a very early start. The spirit of the event is one of fun and celebration, so rules will be at a minimum, and the expectation is that participants will act within this umbrella. Each team will be led by a previous solo swimmer, who must be in current membership of the BLDSA, plus 3-5 others, who need not be members. Changeover points will be at various intervals, allowing team members to complete legs from approx. 0.5 to 5 miles, according to their wishes and capabilities. Reduced price accommodation will be available on Inchmurrin, by kind generosity of Morag Scott and her family on a first come, first served basis, where there will be a celebratory event on the Sunday lunchtime. The cost is £250 per team, with a non-returnable deposit of £50 required to book a place, the rest payable by one month before. Entries will be capped at around 15 teams or when the Safety Officer considers it wise to do so. The Sunday lunchtime event will cost £10 per person. The two BLDSA Safety boats will be on the Loch, but each team is required to be self-sufficient with its own escorts on land and water. Kayaks will be allowed. There is a small organising committee of Janet Wilson, Jean Wilkin- Oxley and Caroline Lewis, so please ask one of them if you have questions. A cheque for £50 plus the names of the swimmers should be sent to Janet Wilson, 20, Padgett Court, Ben Rhydding Drive, Ilkley, West Yorkshire. LS29 8AU. Further information will then be sent. Email janetwilson22@aol.com mobile 07957 348328 (Saturday) 7:55 pm - 7:55 pm
Mrs Janet Wilson20 Padget Court, Ben Rhydding Drive, Ilkley West Yorkshire, LS29 8AU. Tel: mobile number 07957 348328. email: janetwilson22@aol.com
31aug9:00 amBLDSA Windermere10.5 miles Seniors. Freestyle/Breaststroke. Overview
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 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. Why not join us after the swim for a meal and presentation with your fellow swimmers. Rowing boats provided but swimmer must provide own crew. Pre-requisites include an open water 5.5 mile swim in 3.5 hours and NO Wetsuits. Swim Secretary: Chris Malpass *Event now open.
(Saturday) 9:00 am Windermere Lake District National Park Cumbria UK
Chris Malpasscmalpass@hotmail.com
september 2019 7sep9:00 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 Online
1 km 3.25 miles 6.5 milesSt Mary's 3.25 miles JuniorSt Mary's 6.5 miles Junior
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
This is the last event on our annual calendar and a fantastic opportunity to share tales of the summer, celebrate achievements, sound out ideas for the year ahead or indeed This is the last event on our annual calendar and a fantastic opportunity to share tales of the summer, celebrate achievements, sound out ideas for the year ahead or indeed prepare for late-season challenges. The swim takes place close to the town of Kings Lynn in North Norfolk and uses the Great Ouse Sailing Club as a base which is accessible from both London and the North with good road and rail links. Both Junior and Senior /Veteran categories have freestyle and breaststroke categories. Seniors /Veterans swim 4.5k (three laps) around fixed buoys and Juniors 1.5k (one lap). The 2019 Championships will allow capable Juniors to participate in the longer 4.5k event. The event also includes a ‘sign on the day’ Novice event of 1.5k which is open to non-members. This offers a great opportunity to try out a BLDSA swim and to come and meet volunteers and members ahead of a decision to sign up for next season. The course is fully supported by our safety team and kayak volunteers. There is no need to provide your own paddler, however the Swim Sec would be pleased to hear from anybody willing to assist on the water on the day. Hot drinks are available afterwards in the Club House which also has toilet, shower and changing facilities and provides shelter in case of inclement weather. Camping is available free of charge at the venue, though please advise in advance if you wish to stay over. Come and join us for this exciting swim which often runs wild as contenders for the Grand Prix fight it out for those final points and placings in the tables! Swim Secretary – Jane Bell (lynnregisswim@bldsa.org.uk) Online entries only.
4.5 km(Senior, Veteran & Junior) 1.5 km (Junior)1 km(Novice)
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BLDSA President Event Attendance Requests:
Can swim secretaries who wish the 2019 BLDSA President (Mr Philip Yorke) to attend their events please contact him in writing with the appropriate details ASAP so that he can plan ahead for the coming season.
Philip Yorke
President of the British Long Distance Swimming Association 2018-19
Email: president@bldsa.org.uk
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- BLDSA Novice events are open to non-members from 10 years of age upwards.
- If any swim secretaries are reading this who have not already let me know the date of their event please email me or telephone with the relevant information or any corrections. Please include the closing date for entries and confirm if the event is to be run under BLDSA rules.
- PLEASE NOTE CLOSING DATES CAN BE UP TO 1 MONTH PRIOR TO DATE OF SWIM.
- A SAE should be enclosed with all applications for entry forms.
- Breaststroke swimmers must wear a pink cap. Freestyle swimmers must not wear pink caps.
- BLDSA. membership number must be quoted on all entry forms for BLDSA Championships, all of which will be run under BLDSA. rules. If an Affiliated Club Championship is run under BLDSA rules then any person can take part whether they are BLDSA members or indeed members of any other organisation (this is at the discretion of the organising club).
- It is the swimmer’s responsibility to provide suitably qualified boat-crew to accompany them where required.
- All swimmers are reminded that safety equipment as required in the Championship rules will in future be checked physically at the briefing meeting. Failure to comply with the requirements will mean the swimmer can be disqualified from the Championship.