Scilly Swimrun
Swimrun in Paradise!
5 Events | 4 Days | 3 Races | Up to 10 islands in a day!
Thursday 28 – Sunday 31 August 2025
Scilly Swimrun 2025.
Scilly60 Events in partnership with Visit Isles of Scilly is proud to be bringing the beautiful sport of Swimrun back to the Isles of Scilly with another full weekend of events catering for all abilities.
Participants will experience spectacular scenery as they make their way under their own power over the land and sea that make up the Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty known as the Isles of Scilly.
The Scilly Swimrun is the grand finale weekend of the annual Ocean Scilly Festival.
Swimrun was discovered on Scilly in 2015 by Roland Kelly, Otillo brought the course to life and now Scilly60 has helped it evolve into this huge 4 day, 5 event swimrun extravaganza.
Since 2015 it has been described by many as ‘The Swimrun Paradise.’ With courses ranging from covering half an island, a circumnavigation of a complete island or even a huge Archipelago swimrun covering 10 different islands of a 36km course, this really is an adventurer’s day out to remember.
Although you can participate solo in any of the events, I would highly recommend finding or bringing a swimrun partner to share this adventure with.
Due to the nature of small islands, the Friday events and Sunday event have a limited capacity.
Carry on down for more information and booking links.
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The Events:
Thursday 28 August – The Social Swimrun.
A relaxed social event to gently try this sport or to acclimatise to Scilly style swimrun. All abilities welcome. This event will be guided by Race director Wez Swain, who will share his skills, tips and tricks that he has learnt from multiple swimrun adventures including twice participating in the Swimrun World Championships.
4km running, 1km swimming. All swimming will be in shoulder height water. Perfect for newbies.
Cost Free
Friday 29th August – St Mary’s Swimrun Half Course.
This course covers the south west side of St Mary’s. More than a walk in the park, A beautiful first swimrun race.
7.3km Running, 1km swimming. Total 8.3km.
Cost per person: Early bird fees £60, 2 Feb – 30 June £65, 1st July onwards £75.
Friday 29th August – St Mary’s Swimrun Full Course.
A full circumnavigaion of the island of St Mary’s. Safely swimming in every bay on St Mary’s and joining them up with beautiful fresh trails with spectacular scenery.
14km Running, 2.1km Swimming Total 16.1km.
Cost per person: Early bird fees £95, 4 Feb – 30 June £105, 1st July onwards £120
Saturday 30th August – The Junior Swimrun.
Two different routes to suit all abilities from babes in arms to strong teenagers. A great way to keep the whole family involved, totter up the beach and splash your way back with your little one, or cheer on your more independent kids as they complete a 3km swimrun. Total Fun!
Cost Free
Sunday 31st August – Archipelago Swimrun.
An all-day event taking in many different islands, both inhabited and uninhabited.
Not for the faint-hearted however this swimrun has it all. Swims of up to 2km, pristine trails, uninhabited islands, 10 islands, potential for seals to cheer you on, some of the best view points on Scilly. There really is nothing else like this event!
28km Running, 8km Swimming. Total 36km. Not for the faint-hearted. Time on course: 5 – 9 hours.
Cost per person: Early bird fees £190, 4 Feb – 30 June £210, 1st July onwards £240.
Whichever event you choose, you can guarantee the Scilly locals and visitors alike will be out in their masses to cheer you on, many going out of their way to make sure you get the support and cheering you deserve, even in the most remote places.
*Please note: distances are approximate and routes may change dependent on weather.
*Saturday 30 August is the back up day for either the St Marys swimruns or the Archipelago swimruns if it is really necessary.
The Logistics
All events start on Porthmellon at the Gig Sheds on St Marys. Before booking a place on a Swimrun you are advised to have booked your accommodation and confirmed your travel arrangements.
Your race fees include:
- A swimrun in the iconic Isles of Scilly archipelago
- A donation to the Isles of Scilly Wildlife Trust for managing the land we enjoy.
- Full safety back up, both on land and sea.
- A celebratory certificate, by local artist Erica Hicks, on completion of the event (this is instead of a medal)
- The option of an event T shirt, Technical Cap or £10 donation to the Isles of Scilly Wildlife Trust.
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