Great Swim

Outdoor swimming events in the UK

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Event Date | 16 June 2012 location | Alton Water Park, Suffolk

1 mile wave

A superb outdoor swim taking place in the beautiful clean waters of Alton Water reservoir, near Ipswich
Choose from 4 distances - 1/2 mile, 1 mile, 2 miles and 5km
Perfect challenge for all swimming abilities, from first timers to Olympic champions
Experience the thrill of open water swimming, safe in the knowledge expert kayakers and safety boats are with you every stroke of the way
Soak up the festival atmosphere with an impressive local farmers' market, come and try it sports, plus lots more
Only an hour's train journey from London Liverpool Street Station
1 mile entry price £32 (includes event pack, medal and T-shirt)
Wetsuit only event

1/2 Mile Wave

Worried about swimming a mile or not old enough to enter the mile event? Then the 1/2 Mile is the answer! Entry price £26

2 Miles Wave

The British Gas Great East Swim 2 miles wave is for those who fancy challenging themselves to go that little bit further and swim 2 miles. Entry price £36

5km Wave – NEW EVENT

The British Gas Great East Swim 5km is the perfect distance for experienced swimmers who are looking to move onto their next challenge. Entry price £38