Great North Swim
for Rotherham Hospice
Make a splash. Make a difference.
- Friday 12th June 2026
- Lake Windemere
- 1 mile swim
Imagine swimming a mile through the stunning waters of Lake Windermere, surrounded by the breathtaking scenery of the Lake District — and knowing every stroke is helping people in Rotherham receive the care they deserve.
We have a limited number of free places available in the Coventry Building Society Great North Swim, taking place on Friday 12 June 2026 at Brockhole on Windermere. We’d love you to swim for us.
About the event
The Great North Swim is the UK’s biggest open water swimming event, set against the stunning backdrop of England’s largest natural lake. It’s part swim challenge, part weekend celebration — with a festival atmosphere, local food and drink, and thousands of like-minded people all taking on something brilliant together.
Our places are for the 1 Mile distance — suitable for swimmers of all abilities, equivalent to around 64 lengths of a standard 25m pool, with an average completion time of 40 minutes. You’ll be fully supported throughout, with water safety teams, kayakers and lifeguards on the water so you can focus on enjoying every moment.
Our free places
We’re covering the cost of your entry — all we ask in return is that you raise a minimum of £200 for Rotherham Hospice.
Every pound you raise goes towards supporting patients and families in our community who need specialist palliative care. Your swim really does make a difference.
We have just 10 places available, so don’t hang about!
Other ways to get involved
We have plenty of events throughout the year to keep you busy! Whether you join hundreds of those walking in memory at our Midnight Walk, take on a challenge like a Skydive or Yorkshire Three Peaks, or run for #TeamRH, find something fun and for a good cause.
We’re a local, independent charity providing personalised end of life care for people across Rotherham. Whether at home or in our hospice, our focus is on what matters most to each individual and offering comfort, dignity and choice throughout. We rely on your donations to keep our vital services going. Any donation, big or small, helps us add more life every day to our patients and their loved ones.
Whether it’s a bake sale in your community, a quiz night at your local or even a special challenge you’ve always wanted to do for yourself – we’re here to help you at every step! Get in touch and we’ll provide you with fundraising materials, advice and encouragement along the way.