The Big Brutal Swim

Pick your distance
2.5k - 2 laps

Swimmers complete 2 laps and exit to the finish.
5k - 4 laps

Swimmers complete 2 laps, exit and re-enter water for a further 2 laps, and then exit to the finish.
10k - 8 laps

Swimmers complete 2 laps, exit and re-enter water for a another 2 laps. This is repeated until 8 laps is completed and then exit to the finish.

What time is registration?
Registration is open from 07:00 till 08:45

Where is registration?
In the main event marquee on the Llanberis Community Field, LL55 4UR

Where / what time is the safety briefing?
This will be held in by the lakeside approx 15 mins before the race start.

What time does the race start?
All races start at 09:00 Sunday 11th September 2022.

Will there be food / drinks on site?
There will be tea and cakes available.

Can I wear gloves for the swim?
Yes, as long as they are not webbed!! You can also wear booties and extra hats.

Do we get out on every lap of the swim?
You get out every second lap of the swim. There will be hot drinks / nutrition available lakeside.

Is there car parking available?
Please read the updated information in the info pack regarding the parking.

Are there showers at HQ?
No, only portaloos

Race cut offs
The cut offs are as follows: 2 hours for the 2.5k, 3 hours for the 5k and 5 hours for the 10k.

Trophies
There will be trophies awarded to the 1st male / female in all 3 races and both categories (wetsuit and non-wetsuit)

Dinorwac Power Station works

We are aware of the planned works at Dinorwac Power Station over the next few years, but anticipate this will not impact on the race too much. Please be assured we will keep up to date with developments there.

2.5k - 2 hours
5k - 3 hours
10k - 5 hours

Water temperature in Lake Padarn is likely to be between 17 and 20 degrees depending on rainfall during the days leading up to the event