The Castle Swim Series - Castle Howard

Castle Race Series

From Castle Race Series

Saturday 20th July 2019 Past event
York
£30.00–£47.00 · 3 races

Event summary

Join us for the exhilarating Castle Swim Series at the picturesque Castle Howard in York, North Yorkshire, on Saturday, July 20th, 2019! Organized by Castle Race Series, this unique swim-only event offers outdoor enthusiasts the opportunity to experience the stunning beauty of the castle lakes while competing in three exciting distances: 5km, 2.5km, and 1 mile.

Renowned by triathletes as some of the ‘best open water swims ever completed’, this event is perfect for swimmers of all skill levels. Participants will be provided with timing chips to track their performance, and races will be categorized into wetsuit and non-wetsuit divisions for an inclusive experience. Don't miss your chance to compete for prizes awarded to the first-place male and female competitors in each distance. Dive into a day of fun, fitness, and unforgettable memories at the Castle Swim Series!

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Races

  • 1 Mile Swim

    Age 13 and over on race day

    £30.00

    Entries closed
  • 2.5k Swim

    Age 16 and over on race day

    £38.00

    Entries closed
  • 5k Swim

    Age 18 and overon race day

    £47.00

    Entries closed

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Organiser's description

The swim only event provides the choice of three different distances: 5km 2.5km and 1mile and boasts a unique and stunning swim route in all the stunning castle lakes.

The swims described by many triathletes as the ‘best open water swims ever completed’ will now be open to outdoor swimmers as an event in its own right.

All swimmers will be provided with timing chips and the races categorised into wetsuits and non-wetsuits. Prizes will be awarded for the first place male and female competitors in each distance.

Location

Visitor Centre, Castle Howard, York YO60 7DA, UK

Castle Race Series

Castle Race Series

We host races for all ages and all abilities at iconic castles throughout the UK, Ireland and France. Our event weekends feature races across 9 disciplines – triathlon, duathlon, aquabike, aquathlon, swim, cycle, run, colour and obstacle – and 40 distances, from starter to ultra. Come and race your way with us this year.

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