Distances from 750 metres to 5k & 4x200m Team Relay

DB Max are back for their second year hosting The Cotswold Big Swim Festival

Summary

We're back in 2025, DB Maxers, with our second running of the Cotswold Big Swim Festival series. Save for the weather, we haven't decided yet how to top the phenomenal and wonderful 2024 swims but rest assured, we'll find a way!

Once again, set in the beautiful Cotswolds at Lake 32 Outdoor Centre (Lake 32 information), The Cotswold Big Swim Festival returns in September offering something for a whole family of swimmers and a celebration of outdoor swimming. For all those 'Big Swim Festival' regulars, those returning to better their previous race times or to the first timers, this event caters for everyone. Whatever your motivation or challenge, this really is an event for all.

Date: Saturday 6th September 2025

Start Times

The swims will be a rolling start and each athletes wil enter the water a few seconds apart. Tour time will start once you cross the timing mat.

  • 08.00 - 750m
  • 08.30 - 5k
  • 09.15 - 3.8k
  • 09.45 - 1.9k
  • 12.00 - 4 x 200m relay

Location: Lake 32 Outdoor Centre, Spratsgate Lane, Shorncote, Cirencester, GL7 6DF (What3Words ///spruced.outings.prompting)

Distances to Choose From:

  • 750m
  • 1.9km
  • 3.8km
  • 5km
  • 4x200m Team Relay (4 person)

​There are a variety of distances to suit all ages and abilities and a team relay too. This is an event for all abilities, and we aim to give swimmers as much time in the water as needed to complete their chosen distance.

The event village will include exhibitors, retailers, club stands, food stands, music and even a coaching expert offering an exciting and memorable morning for all.

We look forward to welcoming all the past participants as well as encouraging new swimmers to our wonderful series, all joining us to experience the joys and the magic that open water swimming has to offer.

Don't take our word for it, check out our 2024 RaceCheck Gold award winning reviews HERE

What's included:

  • Chip timing including lap times
  • Medal and goodies to all finishers
  • Race Photography
  • Full facilities and refreshments, including hot food and drinks
  • Merchandise available
  • Full water safety team
  • The world's best marshal, Shouty Dave

Race Letter

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And Finally

The DB Max Team look forward to welcoming you to the Cotswold Big Swim Festival in September.

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