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Event schedule & timings
Event Schedule & Timings
- Registration: By post (no on-the-day registration).
- Race Hat & Number: Sent out before the event. International competitors can collect on race day at the information desk.
- Arrival: Arrive at least 1 hour before your wave start.
- Walk to start line: Allow 20 minutes to reach the start — don’t be late!
- Cut-off times: See route information for each distance.
- Prize Giving: 1:00pm (3.9km), 2:00pm (750m), 3:30pm (2km), or once the last prize winner has finished.
Race Day Schedule:
Here’s what to expect on the day of your swim. Please arrive in good time for parking, the walk to the start line, and your race briefing.
| DISTANCES | PARK FROM | START LINE BRIEFING | WAVE 1 START |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.9km | 9:45am | 10:50am | 11:00am |
| 750m | 11:45am | 12:50pm | 1:00pm |
| 2km | 12:30pm | 1:35pm | 1:45pm |
Please note:
- Waves head off every 15 minutes after Wave 1.
- Times may change, so please stay flexible and follow us on socials for updates.
Event kit
what do you need
Mandatory
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Tow float (bring your own or hire with your entry; provided for 12km swimmers)
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Event swim hat with timing chip (provided)
Recommended
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Wetsuit (optional, depending on temperature)
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Goggles
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Warm clothes for after your swim
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Refillable water bottle (refill stations available at the finish)
Click the button below to read the Gaelforce Events classification and rules for wetsuit and non-wetsuit categories.
Tow float hire
TOW FLOAT HIRE
You must wear a tow float to compete in this event.
- Online entry: €10 to hire (+ €20 deposit)
- On the day: €15 to hire (+ €20 deposit)
Safety
Safety
The course will be fully marked, with rescue boats and safety kayakers on the water, and a first aid point with a doctor and medical team on site.
Weather conditions can be variable, and hypothermia can set in quickly - especially for swimmers without wetsuits. Please monitor how you feel in the water, and if in doubt, alert our safety team immediately.
If you have a medical condition we should be aware of, please email us before the event at info@gaelforceevents.com.
Accessibility
We are committed to creating inclusive experiences for all competitors. With years of experience supporting swimmers with a variety of accessibility needs, our team is here to ensure that everyone feels welcomed, supported, and safe.
If you have any additional requirements, such as special transport or an individual safety briefing, please email us at info@gaelforceevents.com at least one week before the race so we can make the necessary arrangements.
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