The water temperature at this time of year is usually around 12°C. You’ll need some open water swimming experience to compete in all distances. Choose your distance carefully – you’ll need to have experience of swimming this distance in similar temperatures before you compete.
Tow-floats must be worn by all competitors. You can rent these when you enter or on the day at the information desk. Our team of expert kayakers and safety boats will be with you all the way and there will be a medical team on hand.