
SATURDAY 9th AUGUST AT 2PM
(Back-up date Saturday 23rd August at 2pm)
The Pier2Pier Sea Swim Isle of Wight is a 1.8 mile open water event organised by the Isle of Wight Marlins Swim Club, under the auspices of the British Long Distance Swimming Association (BLDSA). The swim starts adjacent to Sandown Pier and follows the Sandown to Shanklin Bay, a stunning stretch of coastline lined by dramatic sandstone cliffs. The race ends on the beach outside the Shanklin Rowing Club, which is located by the site of the old Shanklin Pier that was destroyed in the gales of 1987.
We welcome independent and club swimmers, skins and wetsuit* swimmers. Our aim is to organise a friendly and enjoyable event whilst providing a challenging swim for competitors aged 15 and over**. Trophies will be awarded for various swim-stroke, age and team categories, with a commemorative keepsake presented to each winning swimmer.
The entry price includes refreshments at the end of the race, a premium quality hat and goody bag, event insurance, and transportation of one bag of personal effect from the start to the race finish. Check out our 2024 Swim here
Family and friends can enjoy a stroll along the Esplanade path that tracks the route of the Pier2Pier Sea Swim, taking in beautiful sandy beaches as well as some delightful coffee and lunch stops along the way! More than half of the Island is a designated “Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty”, with its mild climate, stunning coastline and fascinating history, making it the perfect place to stay for a few days either before or after the event.
For swimmers travelling over from the mainland, the following discounts are being offered for travel - just use the code or link provided on your receipt to obtain these:
- Wightlink will offer a 20% discount to foot passengers, and 15% to those travelling by car, motorbike or motorhome between the dates of 8th and 10th August
- Hovertravel will offer a 25% discount on standard adult and child fares booked online (not senior or student fares) for travel between 7th and 11th August. Discount applies to the entrant and up to 4 people travelling with them.
- Red Funnel will offer a 15% discount for vehicle travel between 8th and 11th August
Once again we have worked in collaboration with Rapanui, an Isle of Wight-based business specialising in the manufacture of sustainable clothing, to develop a special range of clothing and products. Check out the range of clothing and other merchandise here Why not treat yourself and your supporters to a t-shirt or hoodie? There are designs and colours to suit everyone, with a range available for men and women.
We look forward to meeting old friends and new on Saturday 9th August at 2pm.
*Please be aware that wetsuit swimmers will be eligible for the relevant wetsuit trophy only, and not the other categories open to non-wetsuit swimmers. Please enter the wetsuit category if you will be wearing any type of neoprene swimwear, with the exception of non-webbed gloves and/or boots which are acceptable for all swim categories.
**Swimmers in the 15-17 age category will need to be accompanied by a responsible adult on the day of the swim, both before and after the event. Wetsuits will be compulsory and proof of membership of a Swim-England affiliated swim club will be required.