Summer Open Water Swim: Boundary
- Aug 13, 2026
- Last edition date
- Distances from 200m to 800m
At a glance
- Last edition date
- August 13, 2026
- Distances
- 200 m · 450 m · 800 m
- Where
- Lake · Boundary Water Park, Cheshire, North West, United Kingdom
- Entry fee
- 50 GBP
- Registration
- uswimopenwater.com
About the race
Uswim provides an outdoor swimming programme from April until the end of September at two primary venues in the North West: Dock 9 in Salford Quays and Boundary Water Park in Cheshire. The sessions are designed for all ages and abilities, offering a supported environment with water safety teams, including powerboats or kayaks and first aid trained land crew.
Swimmers are encouraged to be self-sufficient, with specific procedures for arrival, kit management, and safety, such as the use of tow-floats for courses of 750m or longer. The venues are tested to meet strict EU Bathing Directives, and the programme includes options for members, day pass holders, and pay-on-day swimmers, alongside introductory sessions for those new to open water swimming.
Sources: Cheshire · RNAS Stretton
Course
How to get there
Boundary Water Park: Free parking at the venue. Cyclists should use the provided racking in the swim area.
Summer Open Water Swim: Boundary
Frequently asked questions
- When was the last edition of Summer Open Water Swim: Boundary?
- The last edition of Summer Open Water Swim: Boundary took place on August 13, 2026.
- What distances does Summer Open Water Swim: Boundary offer?
- Summer Open Water Swim: Boundary offers 200 m, 450 m, and 800 m.
- How much is the entry fee for Summer Open Water Swim: Boundary?
- The entry fee is 50 GBP. Booking fee added on entry. Standard Tri (£70), Sprint Tri (£60) and Relay (£100) also available.
- Where does Summer Open Water Swim: Boundary take place?
- Summer Open Water Swim: Boundary is a lake swim. Location: Boundary Water Park, Cheshire, North West, United Kingdom.
- How cold is the water at Summer Open Water Swim: Boundary?
- The organizer states a water temperature of 18 °C (64 °F).
- How do I register for Summer Open Water Swim: Boundary?
- The reference page for registering for Summer Open Water Swim: Boundary is https://www.uswimopenwater.com/.
Where to stay
Boundary Park is located within easy reach of traditional Cheshire market towns. Options range from historic coaching inns and boutique guesthouses in nearby Knutsford to independent camping sites on the fringes of the local countryside. For those seeking proximity to the water, small-scale self-catering cottages are common in the surrounding rural villages. Expect to pay between £90 and £160 per night for a standard double room in local guesthouses during the summer season, with higher rates for central heritage properties.
Things to do nearby
The area around Boundary Park is ideal for exploring the Mid-Cheshire Ridge. Visitors can walk segments of the Sandstone Trail, which offers elevated views across the Cheshire Plain. For those looking to stay on the water, kayak and paddleboard hire is available on several of the region’s larger meres. Local culinary experiences focus on regional heritage, with many farm-to-table restaurants and traditional pubs located in the nearby villages of the Cheshire countryside.
Swimmers
Other races by this organiser
- Autumn Open Water Swim: Dock 9Salford, GB
- Autumn Open Water Swim: BoundaryCheshire, GB
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