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The inaugural Aberdovey Swim in 2017

beat the tide 4km

SATURDAY 25 SEP 2021
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. More details...
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THE TAFOL TUMBLE 8km

SATURDAY 25 SEP 2021
​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! More details...
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THE DYFI 13km

SUNDAY 26 SEP 2021
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. More details...
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TAL Y LLYN

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...

  • SWIMRUN - Sat 12 June 2021
  • The SINGLE 2km - Sun 27 June 2021
  • The QUINTET 10km - Sun 27 June 2021 
  • The COOL MILE & KM - Sat 6th Nov 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 DOVEY 13

The longest estuary swim in the UK is here: The DOVEY 13. Beach to river, coast to mountain...
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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. 
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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.
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Dyfi Cottages have a very wide range of accommodation options. General visitor information here aberdovey.org.uk
Accommodation a little further out:
  • Smuggler's Cove (5km)
  • Nyth Robin Campsite (5km)
  • Kate's flat (6km)
  • Corris Bunkhouse​ (15km)
  • Dyfi Adventure Campsite​​ (20km)​ ​
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. 
more details...
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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
REFUND POLICY
No refunds. In the unlikely event that any swim is cancelled due to extreme conditions which include very high winds or dense fog impeding the view of the swimmers by the safety cover or unexpected pollution in the water, we will arrange an alternative swim, or postpone the event date. We always have a plan B.
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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 ~

The Swims

Beat The Tide 4km
​The Tafol Tumble 8km
The Dyfi 13km
​​Tal Y Llyn Swim

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The Aberdovey Swims
Tal Y Llyn Summer
Tal Y Llyn COOL MILE

Partners

HEAD Swimming
WILD TRAIL
Dovey Yacht Club
​The Tyn Y Cornel Hotel
​SMOCSMOC
SWIM SECURE
Dan Wyre Photography
The Outward Bound Trust
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  • Home
  • Beat the Tide 4k
  • Tafol Tumble 8k
  • The Dyfi 13k
  • Tal Y Llyn
  • SHOP
  • PHOTOS
  • RESULTS
  • Run
    • Tal Y Llyn SWIMRUN
    • Dyfi SWIMRUN
    • Dyfi X
    • Cadair X
    • Dyfi ULTRA
    • The GWU 200km