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Plan your visit

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By public transport
Catch the train to Bournemouth station, then follow the signs to Bournemouth Beach, it's a 20 minute walk. Once you hit the sand we'll be East of Bournemouth Pier, between the two piers.

By car
Park in any Bournemouth car park, walk to the beach. Once you hit the sand we'll be East of Bournemouth Pier,  between the two piers.

Finding the event village
Locals call the location Toft Zig Zag, still having trouble? Try What3Words ///dime.lungs.fortunate

What to expect
Expect to find local food and drink (inc. beer tent!), swim retailers, bag drop, check in tent and first aid.

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  • What is the wetsuit situation?
    You do not need to wear a wetsuit, however we will always recommend it. If you choose to not wear a wetsuit, you must decide this in advance and complete an additional acknowledgement of risk.
  • Can I wear a towfloat?
    We encourage tow floats
  • Can I change my event/ distance?
    You can choose to change your distance up to 1 week in advance, there is a £6 admin fee per change (plus increased rate if going up a class).
  • When do entries close?
    Entries will close 1 week week prior to the event, or when the event reaches capacity, whichever is soonest.
  • What do I do with my stuff?
    We offer a bag drop service at £5 per item. Please be aware that this may be really busy and that you may prefer to leave kit in your car.
  • What if I can't attend?
    Bookings are fully refundable within 14 days of booking In the event of cancellation by the client, the booking is not refundable, but we may transfer your booking to another name with more than 28 days notice (£6 admin fee). The Wild Swimming Co. works hard to deliver events that are as safe as possible. The safety of our participants and staff is always our priority. There are inherent risks and challenges of swimming in the sea, river or lakes, which can lead to situations where event cancellation, rescheduling or reformatting is required. We may have to cancel an event if circumstances beyond our reasonable control arise, including, without limitation, war, civil or political unrest, terrorism, adverse weather or poor water quality. If circumstances beyond our control require us to cancel the event, then The Wild Swimming Co. has no responsibility for any costs you have incurred and unfortunately won’t be able to issue a refund on your ticket purchase.
  • What if the weather is poor?
    If the weather is poor, we'll plan to go ahead, the route may change depending on conditions. We cannot refund you for disclination to attend. Bookings are fully refundable within 14 days of booking The Wild Swimming Co. works hard to deliver events that are as safe as possible. The safety of our participants and staff is always our priority. There are inherent risks and challenges of swimming in the sea, river or lakes, which can lead to situations where event cancellation, rescheduling or reformatting is required. We may have to cancel an event if circumstances beyond our reasonable control arise, including, without limitation, war, civil or political unrest, terrorism, adverse weather or poor water quality. If circumstances beyond our control require us to cancel the event, then The Wild Swimming Co. has no responsibility for any costs you have incurred and unfortunately won’t be able to issue a refund on your ticket purchase.
  • When will I receive final information?
    We'll be in touch 1 month prior to the event, we'll give you final information and collect your medical details and wetsuit choices. Please look out for this, non response may result in your entry being withdrawn.
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