Keswick Mountain Festival Swims
2027 date to be announced · Derwentwater, Keswick
The 2027 date hasn’t been announced yet. It last ran on Sat, 16 May 2026 — we’ll update this page as soon as the organiser confirms, or check their website below for the latest.
Open water swims in Derwentwater under Catbells as part of the Keswick Mountain Festival. Multiple distances including 750m and 1.5K.
Key Details
- Last held
- 16 May 2026 — 17 May 2026
- Location
- Derwentwater, Keswick
- Distance / Category
- Swimming - Open Water
- Organiser
- Other
- Discipline
- Open Water Swimming
- Region
- North West
Entries are handled on the organiser’s own website.
What to Bring
A recommended kit list for open water swimming events like Keswick Mountain Festival Swims:
- ▸A 5-year-guaranteed Ultra Dry bag to keep kit dry
- ▸Wetsuit and tow float
- ▸Brightly coloured swim cap and goggles
- ▸Anti-chafe and warm layers for after
- ▸Flask of something hot and a change of clothes
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