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Cheltenham Lido Aquathlon 2027

Saturday 5th of June – 7.30am to 11am

Cheltenham Lido Aquathlon 2027

New for 2027 2000m Swim & 10km Run

A sporting challenge at the Lido suitable for all abilities. A fast swim/run event held over two distances which raises funds for Cheltenham Lido. Designed for competitors aged 15+ on the Sprint Distance and 17+ for Standard and Long Distance who enjoy a personal challenge. The race starts with a swim in the heated main pool of the lido followed by a flat run on pavement, grass and parts of Sandford Park.

T-shirt deadline: April 30th  2027. Entries after this date will receive a discounted ticket as no T-shirt will be included.

Aquathlon

A  swim/run event held over three distances which raises funds for Cheltenham Lido. Designed for competitors aged 15+ on the Sprint Distance and 17+ for Standard and Long Distance who enjoy a personal challenge. The race starts with a swim in the heated main pool of the lido followed by a flat run on pavement, grass and parts of Sandford Park.

Sprint Distance Aquathlon – 500m Swim & 2.5km Run

Standard Distance Aquathlon – 1,000m Swim & 5km Run

Long Distance Aquathlon – 2000m Swim & 10km Run

  (Sprint Distance 1 lap/Long Distance 4 laps of the Run Route)

Click Here to book your Aquathlon

To participate in this event, you are required to become a member of British Triathlon and hold a race licence. You must either become a Core or Ultimate annual member here (www.britishtriathlon.org/join) or purchase a single use Race Pass for your race.

Click here to purchase your Race Pass

A race pass costs £2 for participants under 24 years old and is £8 for those aged 24 years and above.

This event starts at 7.30am.

Provisional Start Times 

Long Distance Aquathlon   7.30am

Standard Distance Aquathlon 8.10am

Sprint Distance 9.00am

Start times are subject to change, depending on entry numbers. Start times will be confirmed at least one week prior to the event!

 

 

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Cold water curious? Or always fancied giving wild swimming a go? 👀❄️

Perhaps you’ve watched our winter swimmers from the sidelines, heard about the benefits or simply wondered what all the fuss is about…

Well, this could be your sign to give it a go!

As we prepare for another cold water season at Cheltenham Lido, we’re delighted to be offering Cold Water Swimming Inductions with @glowswimcoach , designed to help you take those first steps with confidence.

And there’s no better time to start! As we switch off the heating, our pool temperature will gradually decrease alongside the autumn weather, offering a great opportunity to begin acclimatising as the season progresses.

💙 What can you expect?

Led by Laura, a Lido regular, qualified Open Water Coach and experienced cold water swimmer, these sessions will introduce you to safe cold water swimming, including what to expect, how to enter the water gradually and how to approach your winter swims safely and confidently.

🌊 Interested in wild swimming too?

These inductions are also a great starting point for anyone curious about wild or open-water swimming. Understanding how your body responds to colder water, learning safe entry techniques and building confidence are valuable foundations for future outdoor swimming adventures.

Whether you’re completely new, interested in exploring the benefits or simply want to learn more before taking the plunge, Laura will be there to guide and support you.

📅 Upcoming induction dates:

❄️ 25 October
❄️ 1 November
❄️ 7 November
❄️ 22 November
❄️ 13 December
❄️ 9 January

⏰ All sessions: 9:30–11:00am
🎟️ £20 per person
📍 Cheltenham Lido

Cold water swimming isn’t about how long you can stay in or how cold you can go. It’s about understanding your body, respecting the water and enjoying the experience safely.

Ready to take the plunge? 💦

Book your induction via our website and discover what cold water swimming is all about this winter!

#coldwaterswimming #inductions #cheltenham #wildswimming #coldwater

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Cold water curious? Or always fancied giving wild swimming a go? 👀❄️ Perhaps you’ve watched our winter swimmers from the sidelines, heard about the benefits or simply wondered what all the fuss is about… Well, this could be your sign to give it a go! As we prepare for another cold water season at Cheltenham Lido, we’re delighted to be offering Cold Water Swimming Inductions with @glowswimcoach , designed to help you take those first steps with confidence. And there’s no better time to start! As we switch off the heating, our pool temperature will gradually decrease alongside the autumn weather, offering a great opportunity to begin acclimatising as the season progresses. 💙 What can you expect? Led by Laura, a Lido regular, qualified Open Water Coach and experienced cold water swimmer, these sessions will introduce you to safe cold water swimming, including what to expect, how to enter the water gradually and how to approach your winter swims safely and confidently. 🌊 Interested in wild swimming too? These inductions are also a great starting point for anyone curious about wild or open-water swimming. Understanding how your body responds to colder water, learning safe entry techniques and building confidence are valuable foundations for future outdoor swimming adventures. Whether you’re completely new, interested in exploring the benefits or simply want to learn more before taking the plunge, Laura will be there to guide and support you. 📅 Upcoming induction dates: ❄️ 25 October ❄️ 1 November ❄️ 7 November ❄️ 22 November ❄️ 13 December ❄️ 9 January ⏰ All sessions: 9:30–11:00am 🎟️ £20 per person 📍 Cheltenham Lido Cold water swimming isn’t about how long you can stay in or how cold you can go. It’s about understanding your body, respecting the water and enjoying the experience safely. Ready to take the plunge? 💦 Book your induction via our website and discover what cold water swimming is all about this winter! #coldwaterswimming #inductions #cheltenham #wildswimming #coldwater

🐾 Coming to Dog Swim this weekend? Here’s what you need to know!

A few important reminders before you and your pup arrive:

🐶 Harnesses are strongly advised - particularly if you’re not entering the water, so you can safely help your dog out of the pool and reduce the risk of claw injuries.

🦮 Dogs must be kept on leads when walking around site and when not entering the water.

🚿 Please shower your dog after their swim due to the chlorine products used in the pool. Showers are available, but dogs are not permitted inside the indoor changing rooms.

💩 Bring poo bags and please use the correct general waste bins - not recycling.

🎟️ TICKET UPDATE: All morning sessions are now SOLD OUT, with very limited afternoon availability across the weekend.

⚠️ This is a PRE-BOOKED EVENT ONLY - there will be no walk-ins on the day.

See you this weekend! 🐾💦

#dogswim #thingstodo #cheltenhamlido #thelido #event

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🐾 Coming to Dog Swim this weekend? Here’s what you need to know! A few important reminders before you and your pup arrive: 🐶 Harnesses are strongly advised - particularly if you’re not entering the water, so you can safely help your dog out of the pool and reduce the risk of claw injuries. 🦮 Dogs must be kept on leads when walking around site and when not entering the water. 🚿 Please shower your dog after their swim due to the chlorine products used in the pool. Showers are available, but dogs are not permitted inside the indoor changing rooms. 💩 Bring poo bags and please use the correct general waste bins - not recycling. 🎟️ TICKET UPDATE: All morning sessions are now SOLD OUT, with very limited afternoon availability across the weekend. ⚠️ This is a PRE-BOOKED EVENT ONLY - there will be no walk-ins on the day. See you this weekend! 🐾💦 #dogswim #thingstodo #cheltenhamlido #thelido #event

One last heated swim? 🏊🏽‍♀️

This Friday marks the end of our 2026 heated swimming season - so if you’ve been meaning to squeeze in one final swim before we turn off the heating, this is your reminder!

🏊🏼 Final public Lane Swim
⏰ 7:15am–10:15am
Our final opportunity for everyone to enjoy the heated pool this season.

💙 Season Ticket Holders ONLY
⏰ 11:00am–2:00pm
The afternoon is reserved exclusively for our Season Ticket Holders, giving our members one final chance to enjoy the pool together and see out the season.

And then… we hand the Lido over to the dogs! 🐶💦
Our Dee & Griffin Dog Swim takes over for the weekend before we begin the transition into cold water swimming ❄️

So, fancy one last heated dip?
Come on down this Friday and make those final lengths count!

#cheltenhamlido #outdoorswimming #finalreminder #cheltenham

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One last heated swim? 🏊🏽‍♀️ This Friday marks the end of our 2026 heated swimming season - so if you’ve been meaning to squeeze in one final swim before we turn off the heating, this is your reminder! 🏊🏼 Final public Lane Swim ⏰ 7:15am–10:15am Our final opportunity for everyone to enjoy the heated pool this season. 💙 Season Ticket Holders ONLY ⏰ 11:00am–2:00pm The afternoon is reserved exclusively for our Season Ticket Holders, giving our members one final chance to enjoy the pool together and see out the season. And then… we hand the Lido over to the dogs! 🐶💦 Our Dee & Griffin Dog Swim takes over for the weekend before we begin the transition into cold water swimming ❄️ So, fancy one last heated dip? Come on down this Friday and make those final lengths count! #cheltenhamlido #outdoorswimming #finalreminder #cheltenham