19 Jun 2010
-A one-mile outdoor swim taking place in Alton Water reservoir, near Ipswich, Suffolk. -A brilliant challenge for swimmers of all abilities. -See some of the world's top swimmers compete against one another, across the same one mile course as the masses, in the elite race. -Visit the event village with a local farmers market, come and try it activities, concession stands, charity and sponsor marquees, and hot/cold food and drinks. -Highlights shown on TV. -£30 to enter - includes your entry fee, event pack (Great Swim swim hat to keep and timing chip), Great Swim souvenir medal and t-shirt, not to mention the huge sense of achievement. -The first staging of the event in 2009, saw 1500 swimmers take the plunge.