Swimrun in Paradise

Scilly Swimrun 2027

At the moment the Archipelago, Northern Traverse, St Agnes and St Mary’s swimrun’s are all on hold. We have come up with a few ideas of how to bring this beautiful sport back to the islands, with a twist. However, like all events, we need time to trial out the new variation to check the adapted concept works.

We love swimrun and we are looking forward to bring it back in 2028. Thanks for your patience.

Why Scilly Swimrun?

  • The only UK swimrun with authentic inter-island swimming

  • Courses featuring full island circumnavigations

  • Stunning routes through an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty

  • Crystal-clear waters, rugged coastlines, and iconic island scenery

  • A welcoming community atmosphere with events for adults, juniors, and first-timers

Safety boat watching over swimrun participants

Frequently Asked Questions

  • A boat has been chartered to take participants from St Mary’s to the start Islands.

  • Temperatures in July are usually range from 14-16.

    Temperatures in August are usually in the range from 15 - 16.

  • We have a dedicated medical team both on land and sea. We also have a large water safety team in powerboats covering all the swims

  • The Scilly Swimruns allows both solo and team participants. If you can find another person to team up with, Race director, Wez believes that you take the strengths from both team members plus have an adventure to share.

  • We have many positives on Scilly; inter island swimming, quiet beaches, incredible trails with stunning views, crystal clear sea, a super friendly atmosphere with the emphasis on a great day out more than winning, but the quiet secret difference is that everyone has to stay over for a day or two, meaning you often see or participate in more than one event, and when your event is finished, there is no temptation to rush off, you can sit and enjoy celebrating with your fellow swimrunners and race team for the rest of the evening, and possibly for the next few days!

  • If you are on Scilly anyway, whether supporting a partner or friend or just on holiday and want to get involved, just drop us an email. Swimrun needs a big group of volunteers and its a great way to be part of something incredible.

  • During early spring we will sit with boat compaines to work out the best value options for spectators to follow the race.