Charity Open Water Swim in the Cotswolds - Race, Challenge & Taster
From Lechlade & District Lions Club
- Date Sat 2nd August 2025
- Time 09:00
- Location Lechlade
- Price £15.00 - £35.00
- Races 5 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the exhilarating Charity Open Water Swim in the picturesque Cotswolds on Saturday, August 2, 2025! Hosted by the dedicated Lechlade & District Lions Club, this exciting event takes place at the stunning Bowmoor Lake in Lechlade, Gloucestershire, known for its crystal-clear waters and ideal swimming conditions.
The day's activities kick off at 9:00 AM with a challenging 3k race designed for experienced open water swimmers. For those looking to participate in a fun and supportive atmosphere, the 3k, 2k, and 1k sponsored challenges start at 10:30 AM, providing a fantastic opportunity to raise money for local charities. If you're new to open water swimming, don’t miss the unique 250m taster session! With Olympic Medal swimmer Cassie Patten hosting the event, attendees will also gain valuable insights from her wealth of experience. With limited spots available for just 140 participants, be sure to secure your place early! The entry fee is £30 for the races and challenges, while the taster session is just £10. All proceeds will support local charitable causes, making this not just an event, but a way to give back to the community while
The day's activities kick off at 9:00 AM with a challenging 3k race designed for experienced open water swimmers. For those looking to participate in a fun and supportive atmosphere, the 3k, 2k, and 1k sponsored challenges start at 10:30 AM, providing a fantastic opportunity to raise money for local charities. If you're new to open water swimming, don’t miss the unique 250m taster session! With Olympic Medal swimmer Cassie Patten hosting the event, attendees will also gain valuable insights from her wealth of experience. With limited spots available for just 140 participants, be sure to secure your place early! The entry fee is £30 for the races and challenges, while the taster session is just £10. All proceeds will support local charitable causes, making this not just an event, but a way to give back to the community while
Charity Open Water Swim in the Cotswolds - Race, Challenge & Taster
Sat 2nd August 2025
Organiser's Description
Lechlade & District Lions Club's sixth Open Water Swimming Race & Challenge will be held in Bowmoor Lake, Lechlade, Gloucestershire, courtesy of the Bowmoor Sailing Club.
For the fourth 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 140 participants on a first come, first served basis.
The entry fee will be £30 for all the day’s events apart from the taster session, which is £10.
All funds raised will be used to support local charitable causes.
Last year, the 3k race was won by Lucy Blacker in the amazing time of 48 mins 23 seconds. She won a clean sweep of the awards - fastest overall swimmer, fastest female swimmer, and fastest under 18 swimmer!
For the fourth 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 140 participants on a first come, first served basis.
The entry fee will be £30 for all the day’s events apart from the taster session, which is £10.
All funds raised will be used to support local charitable causes.
Last year, the 3k race was won by Lucy Blacker in the amazing time of 48 mins 23 seconds. She won a clean sweep of the awards - fastest overall swimmer, fastest female swimmer, and fastest under 18 swimmer!
Races
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3 Km Race
£35.00
CLOSED -
3 Km Challenge
£35.00
CLOSED -
2 Km Challenge
£35.00
CLOSED -
1 Km Challenge
£35.00
CLOSED -
250m Open Water Taster
£15.00
CLOSED
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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Adrian
·9 months ago
Very well organised event at an excellent venue. Good facilities and catering. Very friendly atmosphere.
Charity Open Water Swim in the Cotswolds - Race, Challenge & Taster
