How to enter

Ready to make waves in Hyde Park's famous Serpentine Lake?

Swim Serpentine will return in 2025 on Saturday 20 September.

The information below is from 2024 and for reference only

Half Mile is a more relaxed experience for anyone aged 10 or over. General Entry is £30.

One Mile is a full loop and open to those aged over 14. General Entry is £45.

Two Miles is two laps and open to anyone over 16 to tick off the swim element of the London Classics challenge! General Entry is £60.

Super Six gives challenge-seekers aged over 18 the chance to complete six miles. General Entry is £180.

Wave timetable

When you sign up you’ll be able to choose a start wave on a first-come, first-served basis.

Swimmers will set off at regular intervals during the day to ensure there’s plenty of space for everyone enjoy the experience.

Wave colour	Distance	Start time
Green	Half Mile	08:15
Yellow	One Mile	08:45
Pink	Super Six	09:00
Red	Two Mile	09:20
Light Blue	Two Mile	10:20
Purple	One Mile	11:20
Orange	Two Mile	11:50
Royal Blue	Two Mile	12:50
Red	One Mile	13:50
Green	Two Mile	14:20
Yellow	Two Mile	15:20
Purple	Two Mile FAST*	16:25

_{*This wave is for swimmers who can complete the two-mile distance in sub 120 minutes.}

_{Please note, swimmer start times will be confirmed by email ahead of the event}

Dive into your chosen distance

Our four swim distances enable people of all abilities can swim the Serpentine. You can find out more about each distance below.

A safety kayaker at the Children With Cancer UK Swim Serpentine on Saturday 18th September 2021

Swimmer safety

Your safety is our number-one priority at Swim Serpentine, so our water safety team will be standing by to assist on the day. The Swim Serpentine course will be clearly marked by large buoys, so you’ll find it easy to make your way around your chosen swim distance.