The Bay Aquathlon Series

JUN
16
2026
This open water aquathlon in Swansea Bay is the first of three summer races. Choose from three distances, including a 750m swim and 5k run or shorter 400m swim options with 3k or 5k runs. Relay options and a full series entry are also available.
Tue 16 Jun 2026
Super Sprint Distance (40... Mini Sprint Distance (400... Sprint Distance (750m Swi...

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Event Overview

The Bay Aquathlon Series is an open water swim-and-run event series. This is Race 1 of the 2026 series. The event takes place at Swansea Bay. Each of the three races in the series offers three different distances.

Available Distances

  • Sprint Distance: A 750m open water swim followed by a 5k run.
  • Mini Sprint Distance: A 400m open water swim followed by a 5k run.
  • Super Sprint Distance: A 400m open water swim followed by a 3k run.

Relay options are available for each distance. Participants can compete in individual races or book a place in the full series.

General Information

The start and finish are located on the beach next to Secret's Bar & Kitchen. There is parking available at the Recreation Ground Car Park and in the surrounding area, though charges may apply.

Registration for the race is open. Entry fees start from £29.95 for the Super Sprint individual distance. Age restrictions apply: the Sprint and Mini Sprint distances are open to participants aged 15 and over, while the Super Sprint distance is open to those aged 13 and over. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

6 km
Sprint Distance (750m Swim + 5k Run)
5 km
Mini Sprint Distance (400m Swim + 5k Run)
Super Sprint Distance (400m Swim + 3k Run)