Swim Serpentine 2026
Saturday, 19 September 2026, 00:00
Join #TeamDEBRA for Swim Serpentine 2026. Be a part of the team for this iconic event with a DEBRA charity place or a ballot place. Choose either the 1-mile or 2-mile distance.
Swim Serpentine takes place in the stunning Serpentine Lake, nestled in the heart of Hyde Park, London. Whether you're a first-time open water swimmer or a seasoned pro, this event offers something for everyone.
Epidermolysis bullosa (EB), or ‘butterfly skin’, is a rare genetic condition that makes skin so fragile it blisters or tears from the slightest touch. It causes constant pain, open wounds, and unbearable itching. Right now, there’s no cure.
But with your support, there is hope.
Together, we can bring comfort, hope, and a future with better treatments.
Description
Swim Serpentine 2026
Join #TeamDEBRA for Swim Serpentine 2026. Take on the 1-mile or 2-mile swim in London’s beautiful Hyde Park.
Swim Serpentine is a one-day open water swimming festival staged in the heart of London. The festival is held in and around the beautiful Serpentine in Hyde Park, the Olympic 2012 open water swim site. Sign up for this unique, must-do event.
There will be a real festival atmosphere in Hyde Park throughout the day, so spectators are encouraged to come along and watch.
The event area will have live commentary, a picnic area and food stalls for the whole family.
Choose the distance for you:
1-mile or
2-mile to start your London Classics journey in the Serpentine
What’s included
- Finisher’s medal
- Swim Pack with souvenir swim cap and timing chip
- Hot Drink
- Changing rooms
- Event village
- Baggage drop
- Pontoon start and finish
- Full water safety crew
- Food stalls
- Picnic area
By joining #TeamDEBRA, for Swim Serpentine, you can help DEBRA to provide care and support to people living with the painful genetic skin condition, EB and fund research into future treatments.
Our support for you when you join #TeamDEBRA:
- Regular email contact and support, keeping you updated with event information & ensuring that you’re race ready
- Fundraising materials, ideas and support, helping you to meet your fundraising target
- You’ll receive a DEBRA t-shirt
- We’ll be here to answer any questions you have leading up to your challenge.