The BIG Welsh Swim
LS
From Love SwimRun
Saturday 10th July 2021
Past event
Caernarfon
Event summary
Join us for an unforgettable aquatic adventure at The BIG Welsh Swim, organized by Love SwimRun, on Saturday, July 10th, 2021. Set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Snowdon mountain range, this unique event takes place in the stunning Llyn Padarn, located in the picturesque Padarn Country Park, Llanberis, within the heart of Snowdonia National Park, North Wales.
Participants can immerse themselves in the beauty of the lake while choosing from various swimming distances: 1.3km, 3km, 6km, or the ultimate challenge of 9km. Whether you're a seasoned swimmer or a budding enthusiast, there's a distance for everyone, including a mid-length option open to children as young as 8! Experience the thrill of catching a narrow gauge train to the lake's end and enjoy a swim surrounded by historic landmarks, including the enchanting Dolbadarn Castle and the iconic Welsh slate quarries. Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to combine fitness, fun, and the natural beauty of Wales!
Participants can immerse themselves in the beauty of the lake while choosing from various swimming distances: 1.3km, 3km, 6km, or the ultimate challenge of 9km. Whether you're a seasoned swimmer or a budding enthusiast, there's a distance for everyone, including a mid-length option open to children as young as 8! Experience the thrill of catching a narrow gauge train to the lake's end and enjoy a swim surrounded by historic landmarks, including the enchanting Dolbadarn Castle and the iconic Welsh slate quarries. Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to combine fitness, fun, and the natural beauty of Wales!
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Catch the narrow gauge train to the end of Llyn Padarn to start your swim for a truly unique experience! With the spectacular backdrop of the Snowdon mountain range, the historic Dolbadarn Castle and Welsh slate quarries, you can choose to swim the length of the lake once, twice or three times! We have a mid length option too, which is also open to children as young as 8!
The BIG Welsh Swim will take place in Llyn Padarn, Padarn Country Park, Llanberis, Snowdonia National Park, North Wales. The lake is surrounded by some of Snowdonia’s most stunning scenery including beautiful woodland, a historic castle, the old slate quarries that tower above the valley, and the small narrow gauge railway that we’ll use to transport you to the end of the lake! Four distance options: 1.3km, 3km, 6km and 9km.
The BIG Welsh Swim will take place in Llyn Padarn, Padarn Country Park, Llanberis, Snowdonia National Park, North Wales. The lake is surrounded by some of Snowdonia’s most stunning scenery including beautiful woodland, a historic castle, the old slate quarries that tower above the valley, and the small narrow gauge railway that we’ll use to transport you to the end of the lake! Four distance options: 1.3km, 3km, 6km and 9km.
Location
Llyn Padarn, Padarn Country Park, Llanberis, Snowdonia
Llyn Padarn, Padarn Country Park, Llanberis, Snowdonia National Park, North Wales
The BIG Welsh Swim
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Love SwimRun
Love SwimRun are the organisers of fun and friendly swimrun and open water swimming events in North Wales!
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