Dive into the pristine fresh water of a beautiful Scottish loch at the Scurry Swims Lochore festival on Saturday, June 6, 2026, located at Loch Ore Meadows Country Park in Fife. This friendly and inclusive open water swimming event offers five classic distances to perfectly match your training goals: a challenging 3800m Iron-distance swim, 1900m middle distance, 1500m Olympic distance, 750m sprint, and a welcoming 250m novice swim. For those seeking a multi-sport challenge, the event also features Triathlon Scotland sanctioned Aquathlons, combining a 1500m or 750m swim with a 10km or 5km run, respectively. You'll enjoy a professionally organized, safe environment with excellent water safety cover, making it the ideal place for both first-time open water swimmers and experienced athletes looking to test their speed.
The atmosphere is relaxed and supportive, set against the stunning backdrop of the Scottish countryside, with every participant receiving a commemorative medal to celebrate their achievement. Registration for the 2026 event is set to open soon, so mark your calendar for this popular fixture in the Scottish open water calendar. Whether you're preparing for a triathlon, building confidence in open water, or simply seeking a memorable swimming adventure, Scurry Swims Lochore provides the perfect setting. Grab your wetsuit, embrace the refreshing Scottish waters, and join the Scurry community for a fantastic day of swimming and racing.
Races Offered
1500 m
Jun 06, 2026
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1.5K
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1900 m
Jun 06, 2026
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1.9K
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250m - Novice swim
Jun 06, 2026
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0.25K
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3800 m
Jun 06, 2026
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3.8K
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750m - Sprint distance swim
Jun 06, 2026
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0.75K
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Sprint Aquathlon - Swim 750m /Run 5km
Jun 06, 2026
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0.75K 5K
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Tod Island Standard Aquathlon - Swim 1500m /Run 10km
Jun 06, 2026
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1.5K 10K
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Weather History
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for June in Kelty.
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10.3° / 17.8°
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7.8° / 15.1°
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Avg sunshine hours
12h 3m
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Avg rainfall
2.3 mm
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Avg snowfall
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Avg wind speed
14.4 km/h (Gentle breeze)
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Sweat loss rate
Low
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Course conditions
Firm and slightly soft
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Max UV Index
Moderate (5.6)
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Humidity
77.5%
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Sunrise
04:27
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Sunset
21:59
About Kelty
Learn more about the host city, Kelty.
Kelty is a former coal mining village located in Fife, Scotland. Lying in the heart of the old mining heartlands of Fife, it is situated on the Fife/Kinross-shire boundary and has a population of around 6,000 residents. This was nearer to 9,000 when the coal mining industry was still operational in late 1970s and early 1980s.
