It's back again for 2026!
Run by Kate and Ivan Burton from Open Water Devon, take part in a swim race through Thurlestone Arch in South Devon. Nestled between pristine beaches and rugged cliffs, Thurlestone Arch stands like a gateway in the bay. Whether you're a seasoned athlete or a novice participant, this event caters to all skill levels, offering a range of race categories to choose from, 8 years old and up.
Nippers £8, Youth £10
Adult 1 mile - £50
Adult 2 mile - £60
Adult 3 mile - £70
What's Included
Race Hat
Token for all finishers (2025 was a mug!)
Chip Timing (excluding Nippers and Youth)
1st, 2nd, 3rd for Adult Male and Female
1st, 2nd, 3rd for Nippers and Youth
Race photos and videos
Event Parking at the Golf Club
Hot Drink after at the Golf Club
You can register from 1.30pm in the event field, just opposite Thurlestone Golf Club (collect your hat, chip timer, and merchandise if purchased).
You'll need to be on the beach ready to swim at least 10 mins before your race starts. We start from the right hand side of Leas Foot Sand, a 150m walk from the event car park.
The Nippers and Youth race is from the same beach, in the shelter of the small bay.
The 3 mile swimmers will set off next, everyone will line up between the flags and start on the whistle, then the 2 mile swimmers. Followed by the 1 mile swimmers.
The finish is on the left hand side of the beach. For swimmers doing multiple laps, you'll use the Australian Exit (you leave the water, run around a marker, and re-enter the water for your next lap).
The Golf Club are putting on food and drinks, so stick around and enjoy your post race dinner! Your post race food from the golf club Lasagna, or Veggie Lasagna, with salad and chips for £12.
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