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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Get ready for an exciting day of swimming and charity at the Charity Open Water Swim in the Cotswolds, organized by the Lechlade & District Lions Club! This vibrant event will take place on Saturday, August 1st, 2026, at the stunning Bowmoor Lake in Lechlade, Gloucestershire. Known for its crystal-clear waters, Bowmoor Lake is the perfect setting for swimmers of all levels to dive into fun and competition.
The day kicks off at 9:00 AM with a thrilling 3k race for experienced open water swimmers. Following that, at 10:30 AM, participants can join a 3k, 2k, or 1k sponsored challenge to help raise money for vital charitable causes, including Alzheimer's Research. For those new to the sport, a unique 250m taster session is also available, ensuring everyone can experience the joy of open water swimming. With Olympic medalist Cassie Patten hosting the event and sharing her expertise, it's a fantastic opportunity to learn from the best! Space is limited to 150 participants, so make sure to secure your spot early. The entry fee is £35 for the races and challenges, while the taster session is just £
The day kicks off at 9:00 AM with a thrilling 3k race for experienced open water swimmers. Following that, at 10:30 AM, participants can join a 3k, 2k, or 1k sponsored challenge to help raise money for vital charitable causes, including Alzheimer's Research. For those new to the sport, a unique 250m taster session is also available, ensuring everyone can experience the joy of open water swimming. With Olympic medalist Cassie Patten hosting the event and sharing her expertise, it's a fantastic opportunity to learn from the best! Space is limited to 150 participants, so make sure to secure your spot early. The entry fee is £35 for the races and challenges, while the taster session is just £
Charity Open Water Swim in the Cotswolds - Race, Challenge & Taster
Sat 1st August 2026
Organiser's Description
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.
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
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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
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