THE WILD SWIMMING FESTIVAL

17TH - 18TH JULY 2027
THE AMPHITHEATRE, SWANAGE

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OUR FESTIVAL VILLAGE IS FREE TO ATTEND WHICH INCLUDES:

✸ BAG DROP ✸ LIVE MUSIC ✸ ENTERTAINMENT ✸ THE SEMINAR SPACE ✸ SWIMMER CHECK-IN ✸ ON-SITE MEDIC ✸ LIKE-MINDED BRANDS ✸ TWSCO. MERCH ✸ LOCAL BEER & CIDER ✸ CARVE COFFEE ✸ TWSCO. BBQ ✸
 

WHAT'S ON?

The Wild Swimming Festival is the seaside event you've been waiting for, bringing together live music, swim races, water safety talks, local food and drink, and guided swims led by experienced open water coaches and lifeguards.

With a packed programme of activities for all abilities throughout the weekend, there's something for everyone. The festival village is free to attend, while all other events must be booked in advance, with some requiring a time slot. Plan your perfect weekend by booking your events and accommodation below.

The Wild Swimming Festival Entry 2027

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The Wild Swimming Festival is free to attend but please still let us know how many of you are coming by adding this to your cart, alongside the rest of the events you would like to attend. 

Festival Accommodation '27

£175.00

Our private accommodation is less than a 20 minute walk away from the festival grounds.

Accommodation bookings include both the Friday and Saturday night.

Complimentary Shuttle Service 

With every accommodation booking you'll be able to use our shuttle service at no additional charge. 

  • Saturday morning from the accommodation to the festival at Village Opening.

  • Saturday evening from the festival back to the accommodation after the entertainment when the village closes.

  • Sunday morning from the accommodation to the festival at Village Opening.

Accommodation Information

Check in: Friday 4pm 

Check out: Sunday 1pm

Our single sex-dorm rooms have a maximum capacity of 6 people.

Our Private En-Suite rooms have a maximum capacity of 4 people. 

Room Type
Private Room Additional Guests

Jurassic Swim Challenge '27

£69.00

Saturday 18th July 2026

Swim from Monkey Beach, past the Town Quay & Banjo Pier to Burlington Chine and back. Receive a swim cap and a finisher's tee on completion. 

 4km 12:30

2km 13:00

1km 13:30

0.5km 14:00

100m Sprint (not timed) 15:00

Choose your distance

GUIDED SWIMS

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£69.00
Time Slot
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£40.00
Beginner
Intermediate
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£39.00
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£40.00
Time Slot
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£69.00
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£69.00
Time Slot

LOW/NO DISTANCE EVENTS

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£14.00
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£49.00
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£15.00

SAUNA BUNDLES

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£74.40
Jurassic Swim Challenge '27 (Choose your distance)
Wood Fired Seafront Sauna '27 (Time Slot)
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£56.70
Wood Fired Seafront Sauna '27 (Time Slot)
Swanage Bay Snorkel '27 (Time Slots)
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£74.70
Dancing Ledge Explorer Powerboat & Swim '27 (Time Slot)
Wood Fired Seafront Sauna '27 (Time Slot)