# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Gertrude Ederle 100th Anniversary Swim
- **Event Start and End Date**: Mon, 31 Aug, 2026 at 10:30 am – Mon, 31 Aug, 2026 at 05:00 pm (+01:00)
- **Event Description**: Dive into history and celebrate the 1st woman to successfully swim The English Channel!About this EventDover Lifeguard Swimming Club and the Port of Dover invite you to join us at the Dover Sea Sports Centre to celebrate the 100th Anniversary of Gertrude Ederle's historic swim across the English Channel. Whether you're a seasoned swimmer or just looking for a fun challenge, this is a swim you won't want to miss. ALL SWIMMERS will receive a Comemorative Gertrude Ederle Swim Hat as part of their event entry.There are FOUR waves to choose from, please consider your swim speed:Wave #1: Novice 500m Swim. Aimed at beginner swimmers, swimmers aged 11-13yrs or those wanting a tackle a shorter distance. Registration opens at 10.30am for a 12pm Swim Start. Cut-off time is 45 minutes.Wave #2: Relaxed 2km Swim. Aimed at those who swim less than 2km per/hr (14yrs+). Registration opens at 11.15am for a 12.45pm Swim Start. Cut-off time is 1hr 15 minutes.Wave #3: Moderate 2km Swim. Aimed at those who swim between 2-3km per/hr (14yrs+). Registration opens at 12.30pm for a 2pm Swim Start. Cut-off time is 1hr.Wave #4: Fast 2km Swim! Aimed at those who swim 3km+ per/hr (14yrs+) and want to race! Registration opens at 1.30pm for a 3pm Swim Start. Cut off time is 45 minutes.  https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/f8506df0-a18c-11f1-a977-99d1d33e99bd-rimg-w950-h740-dc988868-gmir.jpg   https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/f86380c0-a18c-11f1-a977-99d1d33e99bd-rimg-w1200-h667-dc4898d8-gmir.jpg   https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/f896c5c0-a18c-11f1-a977-99d1d33e99bd-rimg-w987-h740-dc6898c8-gmir.jpg   https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/f8d99b20-a18c-11f1-a977-99d1d33e99bd-rimg-w987-h740-dc0878c8-gmir.jpg   https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/f91df720-a18c-11f1-a977-99d1d33e99bd-rimg-w740-h740-dce8e8d8-gmir.jpg   https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/f9572f90-a18c-11f1-a977-99d1d33e99bd-rimg-w807-h740-dcd8d8d8-gmir.jpg   https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/f98d0ca0-a18c-11f1-a977-99d1d33e99bd-rimg-w555-h740-dca8c8e8-gmir.jpg Agenda🕑: 10:00 AM - 02:00 PMFuture Foundry Art Workshops & Story-telling 🕑: 10:30 AM - 12:45 PMWave #1: Novice 500m Swim.  Aimed at beginner swimmers.🕑: 11:15 AM - 02:00 PMWave #2:  Relaxed 2km Swim. Aimed at those who swim less than 2km per/hr.🕑: 12:30 PM - 03:00 PMWave #3: Moderate 2km Swim. Aimed at those who swim 2-3km per/hr🕑: 01:30 PM - 03:40 PMWave #4: Fast 2km Swim! Aimed at those who swim at 3km+ per/hr🕑: 03:45 PM - 04:15 PMCarnival Procession, starting at the Swimmers Statues towards the Marina Curve🕑: 04:15 PM - 05:00 PMPrize Presentation & LIVE Music
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/dover/gertrude-ederle-100th-anniversary-swim/100001996103677834
- **Event Categories**: sports, music, workshops, live-music, art, entertainment, carnivals, storytelling, contests
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 2
- **Event Highlights**: 
  - Duration: 6 hours 30 minutes
  - Location: Dover Sea Sports Centre
  - Languages: English

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket Price Range**: min: 15, max: 25, currency: GBP

## Event venue details

- **city**: Dover
- **state**: EN
- **country**: United Kingdom
- **location**: Dover Sea Sports Centre
- **lat**: 51.1205007
- **long**: 1.3136715
- **full address**: Dover Sea Sports Centre, Esplanade, Dover, United Kingdom

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Gertrude Ederle 100th Anniversary Swim being held?
  - **A:** Gertrude Ederle 100th Anniversary Swim takes place on Mon, 31 Aug, 2026 at 10:30 am to Mon, 31 Aug, 2026 at 05:00 pm at Dover Sea Sports Centre, Esplanade, Dover, United Kingdom.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Gertrude Ederle 100th Anniversary Swim?
  - **A:** Gertrude Ederle 100th Anniversary Swim is organized by Sarah Philpott.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Gertrude Ederle 100th Anniversary Swim is ideal for sports fans, athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone who loves the thrill of live competitive action and the energy of a crowd. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Dover, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Gertrude Ederle 100th Anniversary Swim sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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