Name: Arla Great North Swim
Start: 2026-06-12
End: 2026-06-14
Location: Bowness on Windermere, North West

About the Event

Immerse yourself in the UK's ultimate open water festival at the Great North Swim, held from June 12-14, 2026, in the breathtaking Lake District. This landmark event transforms the shores of Windermere into a vibrant celebration of swimming, community, and stunning natural beauty. Whether you're taking your first open water dip in the family-friendly 250m or embracing the ultimate 10k marathon challenge, there's a perfect distance for every swimmer. Feel the thrill of plunging into England's largest lake, supported by expert water safety crews and cheered on by a fantastic festival atmosphere. Join thousands of like-minded adventurers for a weekend that blends the serenity of open water with the buzz of lakeside entertainment, local food, and shared achievement. This is more than a swim; it's a chance to conquer a personal goal in one of the world's most iconic landscapes. Secure your place with the 2026 Saver price and become part of a legendary Lake District tradition.

Races Offered

10K Friday

Jun 12, 2026

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Distance — 10K

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Type — Water sports

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13:30

5K Friday

Jun 12, 2026

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Distance — 5K

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Type — Water sports

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14:45

2Mile Friday

Jun 12, 2026

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Distance — 3.2K

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Type — Water sports

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15:30

1Mile Friday

Jun 12, 2026

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Distance — 1.6K

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Type — Water sports

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17:30

1Mile Saturday

Jun 13, 2026

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Distance — 1.6K

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Type — Water sports

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09:30

0.5Mile Saturday

Jun 13, 2026

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Distance — 0.5Mile Saturday

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Type — Water sports

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13:30

Swim250

Jun 13, 2026

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Distance — Swim250

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Type — Water sports

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14:30

10K Sunday

Jun 14, 2026

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Distance — 10K

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Type — Water sports

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09:30

5K Sunday

Jun 14, 2026

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Distance — 5K

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Type — Water sports

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09:30

2Mile Sunday

Jun 14, 2026

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Distance — 3.2K

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Type — Water sports

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11:00

1Mile Sunday

Jun 14, 2026

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Distance — 1.6K

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Type — Water sports

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13:30

0.5Mile Sunday

Jun 14, 2026

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Distance — 0.5Mile Sunday

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Type — Water sports

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14:00

Swim250 Sunday

Jun 14, 2026

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Distance — Swim250 Sunday

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Type — Water sports

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15:00

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for June in Bowness on Windermere.

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

thermostat 10.4° / 17.9°

wb_sunny 8.3° / 15.5°

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

air 12.4 /

water_drop 78.6%

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

thermostat 10.4° / 17.9°

wb_sunny 8.3° / 15.5°

air 12.4 km/h

water_drop 78.6%

About Bowness on Windermere

Bowness-on-Windermere is a town and former civil parish, now in the parish of Windermere and Bowness, in the Westmorland and Furness district, in the ceremonial county of Cumbria, England. It lies next to Lake Windermere and the town of Windermere to the north east and within the Lake District National Park. The town was historically part of the county of Westmorland and it also forms an urban area with Windermere. The town had a population of 3,814 in the 2011 Census.