Big South East Swim & Aquathlon

AUG
9
2026
Join the ninth Big South East Swim & Aquathlon at The Bridge, Dartford, offering open water swims and aquathlon options for all abilities. Wetsuits are required and muddy lake exits add to the adventure.
Sun 9 Aug 2026
1000m 2000m 1000m + 6k

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Event overview

The Big South East Swim & Aquathlon takes place at The Bridge, Dartford. The event returns for its ninth year and offers multiple open-water swim and aquathlon options. The swim takes place in the South Lake at The Bridge. Wet suits are compulsory. Entry prices shown range from £24.00 to £40.00.

Race distances and format

  • 5 km swim
  • 4 km (3,800 m) swim
  • 2,000 m swim
  • 1,000 m swim
  • 2,000 m + 10 km (aquathlon: swim + run)
  • 1,000 m + 6 km (aquathlon: swim + run)

Logistics and site information

Participants are directed to the site car park and then follow arrows to the swim start, which is about 400 metres from the car park. Registration is located on the right-hand side on the grass. There are changing tents and toilets on site. Attendees are asked to keep to the pavement because a fast track bus route runs through the site. Exiting the lake may be wet and muddy; care is advised.

Swimming in the lakes at The Bridge is restricted to events and authorised training sessions. Unauthorised swimming is treated as trespass and may lead to removal from the site and disqualification from future events. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

12 km
2000m + 10k
7 km
1000m + 6k
5 km
2000m
1000m