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Flannagan Cup 2027

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New Plymouth, Taranaki, New Zealand

calendar_today 06 Feb, 2027

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Flannagan Cup 2027

About the Event

The Flannagan Cup Open Water Swim, scheduled for February 6, 2027, at Ngamotu Beach in Taranaki, promises to be an unforgettable experience. This iconic race has been part of the local calendar since 1916 and offers a variety of categories catering to swimmers of all ages and skill levels.
The main event is the Flannagan Cup with a distance of approximately 3.6 kilometers (three laps), open to participants aged 14 years and over. Swimmers can compete for trophies in various age groups, including under-16, open category, over-30, and over-60 divisions. The event also features unique awards such as the first non-wetsuit swimmer home and a sealed handicap trophy.
For younger swimmers, there's the Swimming Taranaki Relay Race starting at 9:40 am with teams of three members each completing one lap (200m) per swimmer. Additionally, newcomers can participate in the Give-it-a-go event at 9:20 am for a shorter but equally engaging experience.
Registration is available on February 5th from 6:00 to 7:00 pm at the New Plymouth Yacht Club or before race day up until 30 minutes prior to each start time. Swimmers will enjoy breathtaking views of Mt Taranaki and the beautiful west coast setting, making this event a must for both local enthusiasts and international visitors.
With its rich history and diverse categories, the Flannagan Cup offers something special for every open water swimmer looking to challenge themselves against stunning natural scenery.

Races Offered

1.2km Duncan Laing Junior Swim (Ages 10-14. Max age 14 years on 06/02/26)

Feb 06, 2027

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$40.00

1.2km Masters Swim (Ages 20+)

Feb 06, 2027

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$50.00

1.2km Open Swim (Ages 15-19: Max age 19 years on 06/02/26)

Feb 06, 2027

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$45.00

3.6Km Flannagan Cup

Feb 06, 2027

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$75.00

3x 200m Kids Relay

Feb 06, 2027

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$15.00

400m Give-it-a-Go

Feb 06, 2027

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Distance — 400m Give-it-a-Go

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$20.00

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for February in New Plymouth.

thermostat Temperature
14.9° / 21.6°
wb_sunny Feels like
12.6° / 20.3°
light_mode Avg sunshine hours
11h 17m
water_drop Avg rainfall
3.2 mm
ac_unit Avg snowfall
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air Avg wind speed
16.2 km/h (Gentle breeze)
opacity Sweat loss rate
Moderate
terrain Course conditions
Firm and slightly soft
sunny Max UV Index
Moderate (3.0)
humidity_mid Humidity
76.9%
wb_twilight Sunrise
06:48
nightlight Sunset
20:23

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