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Dawlish Swim

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Dawlish, South West, United Kingdom

calendar_today 20 Sep, 2026

About the Event

Immerse yourself in the pristine waters of the English Riviera at the Dawlish Swim on September 20, 2026. Starting from the golden sands of Dawlish Warren, renowned for its consistently excellent water quality, you'll navigate a clear triangular sea course with the dedicated safety crew from Teignmouth Surf Life Saving Club ensuring every stroke feels secure. Choose your challenge from three classic distances—the friendly 750m, the iconic 1500m, or the enduring 3K multi-lap test—each offering a uniquely refreshing perspective of the stunning Devon coastline. Whether you're an experienced open-water enthusiast seeking a crisp autumn sea swim or taking your first plunge beyond the pool, this expertly organized event provides the perfect blend of invigorating challenge and supportive community spirit. Post-swim rewards include a finisher's medal, a warming hot drink, and professional photos to capture your personal seaside achievement. Join a celebration of swimming where the sea is both your course and your companion.

Races Offered

750m Sea Swim

Sep 20, 2026

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Distance — 0.75K

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09:15

1500m Sea Swim

Sep 20, 2026

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Distance — 1.5K

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09:20

3K Sea Swim

Sep 20, 2026

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Distance — 3K

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09:25

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for September in Dawlish.

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

thermostat 12.4° / 18.7°

wb_sunny 10.5° / 16.8°

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

air 14.1 /

water_drop 81.7%

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

thermostat 12.4° / 18.7°

wb_sunny 10.5° / 16.8°

air 14.1 km/h

water_drop 81.7%

About Dawlish

Learn more about the host city, Dawlish.

Dawlish is an English seaside resort town and civil parish in Teignbridge in the English Riviera and South Devon region of Devon, 12 miles from Exeter. Its population was about 16,000 in 2018.