Events
Whether this is your first or millionth swim event, The Wild Swimming Co. delivers uniquely, for swimmers, by swimmers.
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The Wild Swimming Festival
Featuring the Jurassic Swim Challenge - a swimming event around the picturesque bay of Swanage. A choice of 4km and 2km swims events are available to book now.
With it's limited tidal range, golden sandy bay and an easterly outlook, Swanage Bay is renowned for it's clear, calm & swimmer friendly waters.
If a racing challenge isn't your thing, book your place for a personal challenge or join one of our small group guided swims of Swanage Piers, Dancing Ledge, Old Harry Rocks or Durlston bay
There are limited tickets up for grabs, act fast to avoid disappointment.
We are investing in Swanage's community's wild swimming initiatives.
The Amphitheatre, Swanage, Dorset, BH19 2AP | 19 - 20 July 2025
The Old Harry Swim Challenge 2025
Discover stunning vistas both above and below the water's surface, all while championing conservation in this iconic race.
Navigate over sea grass forests and a sanctuary for seahorses, culminating in the renowned chalk stacks.
Opt for the 2.5km challenge which involves a start at Knoll Beach, swimming out to Old Harry Rocks, where you'll be extracted by powerboat back to shore. Exhilarating!
Our commitment to a light ecological footprint means a single registration tent, one convenient bag drop, no onsite sales, and minimal buoy placements—preserving the delicate seagrass ecosystem.
Join us in supporting The National Trust's ongoing efforts at this exceptional location. Embrace the adventure while making a positive impact!
Knoll Beach, Studland, Dorset BH19 3AH | 20 September 2025 (back up 21/09/25)
The Summer Solstice 2025
Sunrise
Join us as we hit the water at first light and jump on a powerboat from Studland to Old Harry Rocks. Enjoy an epic sunrise before an explore of Old Harry's secret tidal features and caves. Followed breakfast pastries on the beach and a hot sauna, as we welcome in the longest day.
Sunset
Join us as we hit the water at last light and swimble from Studland to Old Harry Rocks. Enjoy an epic sunset before being whisked back to shore by powerboat and sumtious cake on the beach alongside a hot beach side sauna, as we welcome in the shortest night.
Where: Studland, Dorset
When: Saturday 21 June, 2025