Great North Swim

Great North Swim

Windermere LA23, UK | Saturday, 13th June, 2026

The Great North Swim brings thousands of people together for a unique weekend of open water swimming, community, and Lake District beauty. Whether you’re tackling your first open water swim or going all-out for a 10K, there’s a place for you in the water. Expect a fully supported course, a festival atmosphere, incredible views and a shared sense of achievement.

Choose from six different open water swimming distances to suit all ages, abilities, and level of experience. Whether you’re looking to get fit, improve your time, soak up some nature or raise money for charity, you‘ll be part of an amazing collective experience – guaranteed. Dive into nature at Windermere and join us at the UK’s biggest open water swimming event.

Swim Distances

• 1/2 Mile
• 1 Mile
• 2 Mile
• 5k
• 10k

Step 1: Sign up for your place

If you haven’t already, grab your spot through our trusted event partner site. Hit the button below to get started then pop back here for your next steps!

 1/2 Mile Swim

1 mile swim

2 mile swim

5k swim

10k swim

Step 2: Set up your fundraising page

Time to kick off your fundraising! Create your JustGiving page and start sharing your story it’s quick, easy, and helps bring your challenge to life.

We love JustGiving because they’re one of our brilliant partners and they’ll help you make the most of every mile, step, or spin.

Set up my page

Step 3: Order your T-shirt and fundraising kit

Stand out and shout loud about your support with a free Magic Breakfast T-shirt!

Order your T-shirt today and look the part while raising awareness for Magic Breakfast. It’s the perfect way to show your support and help spread the word.

Get my T-shirt

Step 4: Get ready for the big day!

That’s the admin sorted! Now it’s all about sharing your fundraising page, gathering those donations, and getting excited.

Thank you so much for going the extra mile for Magic Breakfast.

Every penny you raise means more children start their day with a full tummy and a bright future.