Join Uswim!, the popular swimming club in Manchester, in the awesome challenge of swimming the length of the English Channel in a picturesque lake. This highly anticipated event has been drawing swimmers from all corners of the UK for the past nine years, and now it's your turn to take part!
Whether you're up for the ultimate test of endurance by swimming continuously until you complete the impressive 36 km, or prefer the idea of swimming one mile every hour for 12 hours, there's a challenge to suit everyone. With the event taking place in a beautiful and safe English lake, you'll get a taste of what it's like to swim the actual English Channel.
Solo swimmers looking to conquer this feat on their own or relay teams composed of 2–6 participants can all join in the excitement of this endurance swim. For relay teams, it's important that each swimmer completes equal distances and adheres to the designated team order. On the other hand, solo swimmers have the freedom to swim at their own pace.
Competent swimmers of all levels are welcome to participate in this thrilling event. The entry fee for solo swimmers is £300.00, while relay teams of up to six swimmers can enter for £360.00. Remember, the event starts promptly at 8:00 pm, so be sure to arrive in good time.
For full and detailed information about the event, including logistics and guidelines, please visit our website. And fear not about parking, as there will be plenty of free spaces available at the venue on the lake access road. While tents and camper vans are not permitted, we've got you covered with a tented and sheltered area where crew members can rest and relax.
In terms of facilities, we've got you sorted. Changing facilities, rinse showers, and hot water for personal refreshments will all be available to ensure you can be as comfortable as possible. Additionally, water safety will be provided throughout the entire event, but we kindly ask solo swimmers to have land support and a safety tow-float attached at all times. For relay team swimmers, it's necessary to have an illuminated safety tow-float in the dark.
Don't miss out on this exciting swim challenge! Join Uswim! And countless other passionate swimmers as we come together to conquer the virtual English Channel. It's time to push yourself to the limit and experience the thrill of this incredible event. We can't wait to welcome you to the start line!
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