8KM Beachy Head Lighthouse Swim

Schedule

Sun, 19 Jul, 2026 at 09:30 am

UTC+01:00

Location

Birling Gap, Eastbourne, BN20 0, United Kingdom | Eastbourne, EN

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8KM Beachy Head Lighthouse Swim
Welcome to the Epic 8KM Sussex Seven Sisters and Beachy Head Lighthouse Swim!
Dates for 2026:
Sunday 19th July - 9:30am Swim Start
Sunday 30th August - 7:30am Swim Start
Embark on an unforgettable journey as you swim the picturesque coastal stretch from Birling Gap to Holywell in Eastbourne, East Sussex. With the stunning backdrop of the Sussex shoreline and South Downs, this tidal-assisted swim offers breathtaking views.
Starting at Birling Gap, along the stunning Seven Sisters chalky cliffs, this adventure takes you to the iconic Beachy Head Lighthouse, into Holywell finishing at the Wish Tower in Eastbourne. With stunning views of the Sussex shoreline and South Downs, this swim is a must-do for anyone's bucket list.
To participate, you should be able to maintain a pace of 2.5KM per hour and have successfully completed a minimum 5KM tidal open water swim.
Wetsuits are optional, but tow floats are mandatory. Join us for an exhilarating and scenic aquatic adventure!
Please note that due to the nature of open sea swimming and the remoteness of this swim it can be rescheduled. No refunds will be offered, only the reserve date.
The reserve date for this swim is Sunday 13th Sept 2026
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Birling Gap, Eastbourne, BN20 0, United Kingdom

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