Charity Open Water Swim in the Cotswolds - Race, Challenge & Taster
From Lechlade & District Lions Club
- Date Sat 1st August 2026
- Time 09:00
- Location Lechlade
- Price £15.00 - £35.00
- Races 5 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for a splashing good time at the Charity Open Water Swim in the Cotswolds, organized by the Lechlade & District Lions Club on Saturday, August 1st, 2026! Set against the stunning backdrop of Bowmoor Lake in Lechlade, Gloucestershire, this exciting event promises a day of fun, fitness, and community spirit. Participants can choose from a challenging 3k race for seasoned swimmers starting at 9:00 AM, or join the 3k, 2k, or 1k sponsored challenges at 10:30 AM, perfect for those looking to raise funds for charity. For newcomers to open water swimming, a unique 250m taster session will also be available!
With the event limited to just 150 participants on a first-come, first-served basis, don’t miss your chance to take part in this fantastic occasion hosted by Olympic Medal swimmer Cassie Patten, who will share her expertise and inspire swimmers of all levels. Entry fees are £35 for the main events and £15 for the taster session, with all proceeds supporting Alzheimer’s Research and local charitable causes. Join us for a memorable day of swimming, camaraderie, and making a
With the event limited to just 150 participants on a first-come, first-served basis, don’t miss your chance to take part in this fantastic occasion hosted by Olympic Medal swimmer Cassie Patten, who will share her expertise and inspire swimmers of all levels. Entry fees are £35 for the main events and £15 for the taster session, with all proceeds supporting Alzheimer’s Research and local charitable causes. Join us for a memorable day of swimming, camaraderie, and making a
Charity Open Water Swim in the Cotswolds - Race, Challenge & Taster
Sat 1st August 2026
Organiser's Description
** Last few spaces remain **
Lechlade & District Lions Club's eighth Open Water Swimming Race & Challenge will be held in Bowmoor Lake, Lechlade, Gloucestershire, courtesy of the Bowmoor Sailing Club.
For the sixth year running, we are delighted to announce that Olympic Medal swimmer, Cassie Patten, has agreed to host the event as well as sharing some of her experience and knowledge.
Bowmoor Lake is the best open water location in the Cotswolds, it is fed by an underground stream and is managed to minimise weed growth.
We start at 9-00 with a 3k race for experienced open water swimmers. At 10-30 we have a 3k, 2k or 1k sponsored challenge to help raise money for charity. Uniquely we have a 250m taster for those new to Open Water Swimming!
The event is limited to 150 participants on a first come, first served basis.
The entry fee will be £35 for all the day’s events apart from the taster session, which is £15.
Funds raised will be used to support Alzheimers Research and local charitable causes.
Lechlade & District Lions Club's eighth Open Water Swimming Race & Challenge will be held in Bowmoor Lake, Lechlade, Gloucestershire, courtesy of the Bowmoor Sailing Club.
For the sixth year running, we are delighted to announce that Olympic Medal swimmer, Cassie Patten, has agreed to host the event as well as sharing some of her experience and knowledge.
Bowmoor Lake is the best open water location in the Cotswolds, it is fed by an underground stream and is managed to minimise weed growth.
We start at 9-00 with a 3k race for experienced open water swimmers. At 10-30 we have a 3k, 2k or 1k sponsored challenge to help raise money for charity. Uniquely we have a 250m taster for those new to Open Water Swimming!
The event is limited to 150 participants on a first come, first served basis.
The entry fee will be £35 for all the day’s events apart from the taster session, which is £15.
Funds raised will be used to support Alzheimers Research and local charitable causes.
Races
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3 Km Race
£35.00
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3 Km Challenge
£35.00
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2 Km Challenge
£35.00
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1 Km Challenge
£35.00
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250m Open Water Taster
£15.00
SOLD OUT
Course Details
The course is a 1 km lap at the East of the lake. Racers will compete over 3 laps and the "Challenge" swimmers will swim 1, 2 or 3 laps as is their wont.
The taster session will run alongside the bank of the lake in relatively shallow water.
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Location
Bowmoor Sailing Club, Lechlade GL7 3DT, UK
Charity Open Water Swim in the Cotswolds - Race, Challenge & Taster
