Swimmers blowing up their tow floats

Event overview

Swim Serpentine takes place in the world-famous Serpentine lake in London's Hyde Park.

There are four distances to choose from. You can opt for half a mile, one mile, two miles, or six miles (known as the Super Six), making this the perfect event for an enjoyable and memorable open-water swim. 

If you are completing the two-mile distance, this could also be the start of your London Classics journey!

When: Saturday 19 September 2026
Start Line: Hyde Park
 

Swimmers pass under the Finish
Swimmers before they start
Swimmers getting into the water
Swimmer poses at the start
Swimmer giving a thumbs up at the finish

What you get:

 

  • ZONE3 swim cap
  • Event photography
  • Timed results
  • Bottled water
  • Medal (optional)
  • Option to plant a tree with Trees Not Tees
     
Swimmer with two sets of London Classics medals
Did you know?

Swim Serpentine is part of the London Classics

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Facilities:

 

  • Free bag drop
  • Toilets, including accessible toilets
  • Free festival area where you can celebrate with family and friends
  • Sensory Calm Space
  • Parent and Child Space (for breastfeeding/pumping and entertaining young children)
  • Multi Faith Prayer Space
  • Sanitary products available
     
Swimmer passes under the Finish
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What to expect on the route

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