ABERDYFI 2022

  • The Dyfi 13km - Sun 11 Sep
  • Beat The Tide 4km - Sat 01 Oct​
  • The Classic 1.5km - Sat 01 Oct

PREREQUISITES

The tidal nature of the swims require a minimum swim speed:
  • The Dyfi 13km: able to swim at 3km/h for 2 hrs 30 mins.
  • Beat The Tide: able to swim 2km in 45 mins.
  • The Classic: able to swim 1km in 30 mins.
The Dyfi 13km is the longest estuary swim race in the UK. Always different, always special. Make sure you meet the prerequisite swim speed or you'll be found out!

GUIDED SWIMS

We offer guiding for small groups on the following routes:
  • The Dyfi 13km
  • The Mawddach 10km (AKA "Hurly Burly")
  • The Tafol Tumble 8km
You can take on one, two, or all three (that's 31km!) - full details here.
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Beach start, best start

2021 RESULTS

No prize giving in 2021, however the top 3 in Wetsuit & Skins categories have been posted out prizes. Big thanks to HEAD Swimming for providing the prizes.
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The Dyfi Estuary, always beautiful

THE CLASSIC 1.5KM

Our shortest swim is back for the first time since 2019! The Classic 1.5km is the old swim route from the Cerist Triathlon, quite simply it's a classic.
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beat the tide 4km

Starting from Aberdovey beach this swim pushes on past Outward Bound all the way to "The Castle". One of the most scenic and interesting swims in the UK. Expect slight tidal assistance at the start & finish, and perhaps a little swimming against the tide around the halfway mark.
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THE DYFI 13km

Swim from the beautiful beach in Aberdovey all the way up to the tidal limit of the Dovey estuary covering 13km of splendour, a journey that transitions from coast to mountain, from salt water to river water. The longest estuary swim event in the UK.
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THE TAFOL TUMBLE 8km

After a very challenging couple of years we are trying to consolidate a little, as a result it is unlikely that the Tafol Tumble will be held in 2022.
​Starting form Aberdovey beach swim all the way to a pebbly beach where the River Tafol joins the Dovey/Dyfi Estuary. Here you will "tumble-turn" and swim back to Aberdovey, hopefully your tumble coincides with the turning of the tide!
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TAL Y LLYN 2022

Fresh water swimming in Tal Y Llyn, a stunning glacial ribbon lake that lies at the foot of one of Snowdonia's most iconic mountains - Cadair Idris. More details...
  • The COOL MILE - Sat 30 April 2022​​
  • TAL Y LLYN 2KM/4KM - Sun 03 July

03 JULY - 2KM & 4KM

The 2km is one lap of the lake, the 4km is 2 laps:

RUN WITH US

Aberdovey Swim is one of the events from WESWIMRUN. Our runs are: Our swimrun dates are yet to be confirmed for 2022 (Dyfi Swimrun & Tal Y Llyn Swimrun).
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Dyfi Swimrun Oct 2021
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~ Dan Wyre Photography captures the memories ~

"Loved it! Gave me a great sense of achievement in my first open water event, hopefully first of many" - Sara

THE DYFI 13

The longest estuary swim in the UK is here: The DYFI 13. Beach to river, coast to mountain...

Getting To Aberdovey

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~ Artwork by nickcoldham.co.uk ~
BY ROAD
Aberdovey is situated on the coast at the south end of Snowdonia National Park, between Barmouth and Aberystwyth. It is about 2 hours drive from Chester and 90 mins from Shrewsbury. LL35 0ED for your sat nav, if that's how you roll.
BY TRAIN
Aberdovey is on the Cambrian Coast line, described by The Guardian as one of the most epic train journeys in the world. The village is serviced by two stations - Aberdovey and request stop Penhelig. Coming from the west you will pass the old market town of Machynlleth, once the administrative capital of Wales! For sightseers the most picturesque section is Machynlleth to Pwllheli. Further details at arrivatrainswales.co.uk or thetrainline.com. 

Accommodation

You are coming to visit a beautiful part of the UK and there are plenty of options to make your stay here a memorable one. The Treffedian Hotel, The Penhelig Hotel, The Britannia Inn and The Dovey Inn offer Hotel accommodation within walking distance to the event.
Dyfi Cottages have a very wide range of accommodation options. General visitor information here aberdovey.org.uk
Accommodation a little further out:
Aberdovey Swim listed number 7 in Fodor's 12 global swims to try. 
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~ Dan Wyre Photography will capture all of the emotions! ~

TAL Y LLYN SWIM

Aberdovey Swim has a fresh-water sister in a nearby valley: Tal Y Llyn a glacial ribbon lake nestled at the foot of one of Snowdonia's most iconic mountains Cader Idris. Tal Y Llyn Swim is brought to you through our partnership with the lake owners - The Tyn Y Cornel Hotel. 
CHALLENGE BY CHOICE
By entering an Aberdovey Swim event you agree that you know of no reason, medical or otherwise, why you shouldn't be able to safely finish the event. You are fully aware that you will be in an outdoor environment that is dynamic, you also agree that you enter the event at your own risk. 
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Cathryn Williams enjoying her swim whilst claiming 2nd in the 10km in 2020
Many thanks to Dovey Yacht Club (DYC) for their continued support. Sailing on the Dovey (Dyfi) estuary is quite an experience. DYC run social sailing throughout the summer every Friday afternoon and hold regular events and intro. courses. They are a registered and active RYA Training Centre. You can also have a go at Stand Up Paddle boarding (SUP) with professional local SUP guides Dave and Debs at LetsSUP.
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~ Once the swimming's over take time-out to enjoy where you are. Photo - Alexandre Gladwin ~