COVID Update

The DOVEY 13 is cancelled. It will be back stronger than ever in Sep 2021. Participants have been emailed on 12 Aug to the email used on sign-up - check your spam.

Tal Y Llyn Swimmers please also check your email for an important update.
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All our swims are small events that can be operated completely outside. If you do enter and the event is affected by government restrictions then we will transfer you to the following year free of charge, or offer a full refund. All entrants will be contacted directly of any changes.

beat the tide 4km

SATURDAY 19th SEPTEMBER 2020
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...

THE TAFOL TUMBLE 8km

SATURDAY 19th SEPTEMBER 2020
​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...

THE DOVEY 13km

DEFERRED TO SEPTEMBER 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...

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...
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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...

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! ~

coaching

Get in touch if you would like coaching in any aspect of open water swimming, be it confidence building, technique, tips for sighting, technique in rough water, choice of wetsuit, coastal navigation or tidal planning. 

IS IT FOR ME?

If you would like any advice or re-assurances on which event is right for you then please do not hesitate to get in touch with Race Director Mike Alexander via mike@weswimrun.org.

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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~ The Outward Bound Cutter catching an Easterly Wind. Photo by Mike ~
REFUND POLICY
No refunds. You can transfer your entry to another swimmer but you must let us know in advance. 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. 
Many thanks to Dovey Yacht Club (DYC) for their continued support, which is crucial to the success of Aberdovey Swim. 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 ~