The course

Here's what’s on offer, from toilets to changing rooms.

You will swim around large inflatable buoys that mark the course from the Start to the Finish.

At each end of the course, there are four large pink buoys to indicate you must turn 180 degrees. Faster swimmers can overtake slower swimmers here by swimming close to the turning buoys. There will be several smaller red buoys indicating the way for more leisurely swimmers to enjoy a wider turn around.

There are male, female and non-binary changing facilities before the Start Area (dry change) and after the Finish (wet change). Once you’ve changed, you can drop off your kitbag.

Toilets are available at the Start and Finish Area.

If you have a bladder or bowel condition, register for a Just Can’t Wait Toilet Card. It’s issued by the Bladder and Bowel Community and explains that you need urgent access. There are bladder pads at the Information Points and Drinks Stations.

There are tampons and sanitary towels at the Information Point.

Bottled water will be provided after your swim and concessions stands will be available if you’d like to buy any other drinks or food. If you have a bottle in your kitbag, you’ll also find a water refill point.

Please use the Sensory Calm Space, if you need to take a moment away from the crowds. There will also be a Parent and Child Space and a Multi Faith Prayer Space that is open to all. These will be located in the Festival Area at Swim Serpentine.

There is a bike park on site available on a first-come, first-served basis.