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Hampton Court Swim

Sunday 21st July 2013 Hampton Court, Surrey

Hampton Court Swim Event Information

DISTANCE
Open Water River Swim: 2.25 miles (3,650m) £36

ENTRY DEADLINE: 9PM MONDAY 15th JULY 2013 (OR EARLIER IF FULL)

Hampton Court - the original and still the most popular! The Open Water Swim Series is proud to return to this iconic location for 2.25 miles of river swimming at its best. Open water swimming in the Thames is an amazing challenge whether you are elite or a beginner and taking on the two and a bit miles from Hampton Court Bridge downstream to Kingston Bridge is definitely a must for any open water swimmer.

We have introduced a brand new chip timing system to reduce the registration time at the start and once again the swim will be divided into waves based on estimated time so all participants can swim at their own pace and enjoy the wonderful experience of open water swimming in the River Thames.

There are large marker buoys approximately every 800m along the river and we have smaller buoys to ensure you stay on course. We will have a map on the day and the marker distance buoys have a measurement on them.

As with every event in the series, the Hampton Court Swim provides unparalleled levels of water safety with the experienced and knowledgeable Human Race Water Safety Crew looking after you at every stroke.

· Gloves and booties can be used
· The Swims will not be cancelled if the temperature falls below 11 degrees
· Wetsuits are optional

All swimmers will receive an event swim cap and an exclusive Swim Series medal – so you’ll be able to collect the full set through the series! Event-specific t-shirts are also available for purchase via the event entry page and there will be lots of goodies on the day from our event partners.

The Hampton Court Swim is great for spectators, with the Thames Path following the bank of the river all the way down from start to finish, with some great opportunities for supporting your loved ones and photographing some of the great sights on both banks. This is definitely an event where bringing a camera is a must!

Changing areas, baggage store and toilets will all be available within the event village, and an event village with retailers, charity welcome areas and retailing from our event partners will be located at the finish next to Kingston Bridge.

PROVISIONAL START TIME: 8:30am with waves going off until 10:10am

AGE REQUIREMENT:
2.25 miles - Minimum Age 18 on Event Day

WETSUITS: Wetsuits are optional for all swimmers.

CUT OFF TIME:
All entrants must be able to complete the course in under 4 hours

Open Water Swimming FAQ

Event Information Pack and Maps

AS SOON AS THE EVENT INFORMATION PACK IS AVAILABLE THE BUTTON OPPOSITE WILL TURN RED:

Travel/Accommodation

Hampton Court Palace, East Molesey, Surrey KT8 9AU

This event was the inspiration for the Open Water Swim Series and again will see thousands of swimmers taking to the water at Hampton Court Palace and making their way down to the finish just up stream of the Kingston Bridge and next to the beautiful market town of Kingston Upon Thames.

Hampton Court train station is situated beside the venue.

For public transport information: http://www.nationalrail.co.uk/stations/hmc/details.html

Car parking in Kingston: QPark at Eden Walk (Postcode KT1 1BL)

Ideal for spectators: get your family and friends to support you along the way by taking the tow path along this picturesque stretch of river.

Ferry service: Parr Boat Hire are running a special ferry service throughout the event, so park up in Kingston and catch the ferry to the start. It also provides a great vantage point for spectators.

Wetsuit Hire

WETSUIT HIRE

blueseventy are the Official Wetsuit partner for all Human Race swims and triathlons this year. blueseventy wetsuits are available in a range of sizes to either hire or purchase from the Human Race Shop.

2012 Results and Gallery

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Event Updates

Please find below links to all the emails sent out to the Hampton Court Swim entrants to date.

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Charity and Fundraising

Cancer Research UK is delighted to be the Official Charity for the Open Water Swim Series. More than 4 in 10 cancers could be prevented and you can reduce your risk by making healthy lifestyle choices, such as taking part in a swim.

We don't receive any government funding for our research so every step towards beating cancer relies on every pound donated. Sooner or later we will cure all cancers. Help us make it sooner. To join our team, request a fundraising pack when you complete your entry form or call 0871 641 2403.

If you’re looking for a way to make your event count, why not raise money for a cause you care about? Head to JustGiving, make a fundraising page in a few simple steps, and share it far and wide by email and social media.

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Hampton Court Swim Sponsors

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Hampton Court Swim

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ENTRY DEADLINE:
9PM MONDAY 15th JULY 2013

Official Charity

Cancer Research UK is delighted to be the Official Charity for the Open Water Swim Series. More than 4 in 10 cancers could be prevented and you can reduce your risk by making healthy lifestyle choices, such as taking part in a swim. We don't receive any government funding for our research so every step towards beating cancer relies on every pound donated. Sooner or later we will cure all cancers. Help us make it sooner. To join our team, request a fundraising pack when you complete your entry form or call 0871 641 2403.

Hampton Court Palace

Hampton Court Palace is a royal palace in East Molesey, Surrey; it has not been inhabited by the British Royal Family since the 18th century. The palace is upstream of central London on the River Thames. It was originally built for Cardinal Thomas Wolsey, a favourite of King Henry VIII, circa 1514; in 1529, as Wolsey fell from favour, the palace was passed to the King, who enlarged it.

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