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The Old Harry Swim Challenge 2025
Studland BH19, UK
Sep 20, 2025
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The Wild Adventure Co.
£49

About your trip

 20 September 2025 | Back up 21 September 2025


Discover stunning vistas both above and below the water's surface, all while championing conservation in this iconic race.


Navigate over sea grass forests and a sanctuary for seahorses, culminating in the renowned chalk stacks.


Enter the 5km for a swim out to Old Harry Rocks, before turning back to shore.


Enter the 2.5km challenge which involves a swim from the beach to Old Harry Rocks, where you'll be extracted by powerboat for an exhilarating ride back to shore to wrap up your mega day!


Our commitment to a light ecological footprint means a single registration tent, one convenient bag drop, no onsite sales, and minimal buoy placements—preserving the delicate seagrass ecosystem.


Join us in supporting The National Trust's ongoing efforts at this exceptional location. Embrace the adventure while making a positive impact!


Knoll Beach, Studland, Dorset BH19 3AH | 20 September 2025 (back up 21/09/25)

What's included

Finisher's tee

Recieve a finisher's t-shirt on completion

Swim cap

A TWSCO swim cap to wear on the day

Lifeguards

Qualified beach lifeguards along the route

Powerboats

2.5km swimmers get a powerboat ride back to shore

Check in online

Save time on the day and check in online

What's not included

Parking

Pay on the day, National Trust operated

No Children

We don't allow u16 entries

The 5km Old Harry Swim

The 5km Old Harry Swim image

The Old Harry Swim Challenge

 Swim in one wave from Knoll Beach to Old Harry Rocks and back in this unique race.

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Wetsuits optional | In water start | Gun timed


Receive a finishers tee and swim cap upon completion.

3 hour cut off |  20 September 2025 | Back up 21/09/2025 | Time 11:30

The 2.5k Old Harry Swim

The 2.5k Old Harry Swim image

The Old Harry Swim Challenge

 Swim in waves from Knoll Beach to the infamous Old Harry Rocks in this unique event.


You'll be powerboated back from Old Harry follwing your swim.

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Wetsuits optional | In water start | Gun timed


Receive a finishers tee and swim cap upon completion.

2 hour cut off | Tidal assisted | 20 September 2025 | Back up 21 September 2025 | Waves between 11:45 - 15:00

Guided swim at Old Harry

Guided swim at Old Harry image

The Old Harry Swim Challenge

 If you want to explore the rocks themselves, join this guided swim/ scramble around the caves and rapids. This event includes a return powerboat ride to the rocks. You'll need a wetsuit (or shorts and t-shirt) and footwear that you can wear in the water as the rocks can be sharp in places.

Recieve a sew on badge and swim cap on completion. 20 September 2025 | (Back up 21 September 2025 | Leaving shore between 4pm & 5pm (TBC)

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1. Studland BH19, UK

Studland BH19, UK

About your organizer

TC

The Wild Adventure Co. delivers activity holidays in beautiful locations, designed around adventure, great food, and peace of mind.

We offer walking, swimming, paddle boarding, and kayaking, all led by experienced local guides with deep knowledge of the places we explore. Our safety-led approach means that travellers can relax and enjoy every moment.

Each stay is completed by fresh, delicious meals prepared by private chefs — bringing everyone together after days spent outdoors.

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