UK Ultimate Swim 2021

UK Triathlon

From UK Triathlon

Friday 24th September 2021 Past event
15:00
Whitchurch
£20.00–£50.00 · 3 races

Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating aquatic experience at the UK Ultimate Swim 2021, organized by UK Triathlon! This exciting event takes place on Friday, September 24, 2021, at the stunning Alderford Lake in Whitchurch, Shropshire. Participants can choose from three thrilling swim distances: 2.4 miles, 1.2 miles, or a more approachable 0.6 miles, making it perfect for both competitive athletes and those looking to challenge themselves in a supportive environment.

The UK Ultimate Swim is part of a fantastic weekend-long swim, cycle, and run challenge designed for all abilities. Beyond the races, families can enjoy on-site camping (limited spaces available), free parking, a café, catering options, paddle boarding, a kids' play area, climbing wall, and even a waterpark! Join us for a day filled with fun, fitness, and community spirit at this not-to-be-missed event!

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  • Ultimate Swim 24th September

    2.4 miles

    £50.00

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  • Ultimate 1/2 Swim 24th September

    1.2 miles

    £35.00

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  • Ultimate 1/4 Swim 24th September

    0.6 miles

    £20.00

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Organiser's description

This swim is a part of a weekend-long swim, cycle, and run challenge for all abilities, but it is also a race for the more serious athlete! Choose from a 2.4 mile, 1.2 mile, or 0.6 mile swim challenge in the fabulous spring-fed, freshwater Alderford lake.

There will be on-site camping (limited spaces), free parking, cafe, catering, lake swimming, paddle boarding, kids play area, climbing wall and waterpark, making it a great weekend for all the family and one not to be missed!

Location

Alderford Lake, Whitchurch, Shropshire

Alderford Lake, Tilstock Rd, Whitchurch SY13 3JQ, UK

UK Triathlon

UK Triathlon

UK Triathlon has been organising events for 30 years and offers professionally run, fun & friendly nationwide events for all ages & abilities. Whether you are a seasoned athlete, a novice or fundraiser, we offer events to suit all ages and abilities from kids to adults. We have fun duathlons & triathlons for kids, run events from 1/2 marathon to 5k for all the family and triathlons ranging from Fun & Sprint through to Long Distance...there really is something for everyone! *Choose from indoor pool, outdoor pool, lake and sea swims. *Several distances to choose from. *Option to enter as a Relay Team and share the swim, bike & run with one or two friends.

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