Big South East Swim & Aquathlon

JUL
26
2026
Dive into open water racing at The Bridge, Dartford on 26 July 2026 with swim and aquathlon options for all levels, from 1 km to 5 km. Wetsuits are compulsory and organisers provide free food and cold drinks after the race.
Sun 26 Jul 2026
1000m 2000m 1000m + 6k

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Big South East Swim & Aquathlon

The event is scheduled for 26 July 2026 at The Bridge, Dartford. The open water swim takes place in the South Lake on site. The organiser offers five swim distances and two aquathlon options. Wet suits are compulsory. Changing tents and toilets are available on site. The organiser provides free food and cold drinks after the race for swimmers.

Distances and logistics

  • 5 km swim
  • 3,800 m swim
  • 2,000 m swim
  • 1,000 m swim
  • 2,000 m swim + 10 km run
  • 1,000 m swim + 6 km run

On arrival participants should use the site car park. The swim start is about 400 metres from the car park and is reached by following event arrows. The site postcode for sat nav is DA15GA. Participants are asked to keep to the pavement because a fast track bus route will be running on site. Exiting the lake may involve wet and muddy ground. Swimming in the lakes at The Bridge is not permitted except for organised events or authorised open water training sessions; unauthorised swimmers will be asked to leave and barred from site. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.