River Waveney Wild Swim 2025

The swim takes place on Sunday 29th June 2025. We're hoping this inaugural event is going to be a brilliant day for both those who are new to long distance swimming and seasoned long distance/marathon swimmers, as well as a real spectacle for Beccles townsfolk and visitors to our lovely little corner of the Waveney Valley.

There are 150 places, (135 individuals and 15 relay), and we expect that this event will sell out. As soon as the entry list is full, a waiting list automatically opens - so complete your registration as instructed on screen and your name will be added to the waiting list. There are always drop out from our events, and we will take names from the waiting list, so keep an eye on your inbox (and spam folder) if you're on the list! 

Relay will be split into three sections, measured at roughly 4.8km, 3.3km and 3.9km. The team can be made up of 2 or 3 people, where in a 2-person team, 1 participant must complete 2 adjacent legs of the swim, i.e. legs 1 and 2, or 2 and 3, but not legs 1 and 3.              

The Route:

The event will be based at Beccles Lido. Participants will arrive and register here, before being shuttled to the start line at Burgh St. Peter.

Starting from the amazing Waveney River Centre, Burgh St. Peter, participants will meander along the stunning River Waveney, stopping at the feed stations located at North Cove and Aldeby, before entering Beccles under the iron bridge and passing the stunning buildings that flank the river. Finally, participants will complete the swim, exiting the river at Beccles Lido and crossing the finish line.

The event will cover a distance of 12km. Feed stations will be located at the 4.8km, and 8.2km markers. These points will also be the relay changeover locations, giving swim distances of 4.8km, 3.3km and 3.9km.

What’s Included:

Swim hat (mandatory)

Sponsors goodie bag

Medal

Sew-on badge

Tow Float:

The use of a tow float is mandatory for this swim. You can purchase one during sign up, or bring your own on the day.

Age:

All participants must be over the age of 16 on the day of the event.

Pricing:

Individual entries are £100
Relay teams are £160

All entry categories will be subject to a booking/transaction fee.

Fundraising for Beccles Lido Limited, Registered Charity No 1132102