PLEASE READ THE DETAILS BELOW CAREFULLY BEFORE BOOKING Note - they have changed slightly for this year!

WETSUITS

Please DO NOT book your swim slot until you receive confirmation that one is available if this is a critical factor. If required, hire Wetsuits MUST be pre-ordered BEFORE noon on SATURDAY (as availability is limited) and collected for a £5 payment on the day by cash or card. Email mary@inspire2tri.co.uk with your size details (height, weight, waist measurement and any helpful clothes size info) to pre-order.

Wetsuits are not mandatory for adults, but are strongly advised below 14C or for swimmers with no previous open water experience.

Wetsuits are mandatory for children U15 at water temperatures below 15C.

CHILDREN

Children: (8-15yrs) who can swim 250m confidently are welcome, subject to above wetsuit rules and must be accompanied by a nominated in-water adult. Parental consent is required at Check-in.

TOWFLOATS

Towfloats are generally advised, but are mandatory for these categories of swimmers: non wetsuit swimmers, children U15, First time swimmers in open water and anyone at risk of sudden loss of consciousness (if you have answered "yes" to these questions in the accompanying question pack). I have a small number to loan on the morning but you are strongly advised to bring your own to ensure a timely swim. Any swimmer not in the above categories may wear a towfloat for increased safety if they wish.

SWIM HATS

Brightly coloured swim hats are mandatory for all swimmers - I have a small number of each to loan on a first come/first served basis.

EMERGENCY INFORMATION AND DISCLAIMER

Please enter (or confirm) on-line at the time of booking to avoid delays at check-in as these details are mandatory.

PARKING

Parking is £1 for a single use exit pass. This will be MUCH cheaper than buying a ticket at the pay station if you don't have a pass and MUST be booked with your swim session (see add-ons). .

CANCELLATIONS

Cancellations for algae or other weather related conditions beyond our control will receive a full refund or a voucher for a future swim.

ARRIVAL & CHECK IN

This is a 2hr session but you can arrive at any time between 7:30am when check-in opens to 9:15am when check-in closes.At check-in you will be issued with a Tydek pre-marked wristband and you're ready to swim!

8yrs or over on 31st Dec 2024 who can swim 250m confidently. Children 15 or under MUST be accompanied by a nominated in-water adult. Parental consent is required.

Please bring warm clothing.

You can pre-order a wetsuit before booking to be sure one is available and pay on the day cash or card.

Preorder by emailing mary@inspire2tri.co.uk

Bright hat mandatory. Wetsuits for U15 mandatory at water temperatures below 15C. Goggles and gloves,water socks are optional.

200m - 1,200m course options available with full, experienced water safety team (kayaks and powerboat).