Entries have opened for the 2026 Regional Open Water Championships taking place on 12th July at Whitlingham Lakes. Please make sure you have read the 2026 SE ER Open Water Conditions document prior to entering.
This year there are events for Para and SOGB athletes through a dedicated entry system,
All details can be found on the Open Water Competitions webpage.
Entries close on 15th June 2026.
This year Swimmers can pre- order an East Region Open Water Championships Gymsac bag through a dedicated order form and be collected on the day of the Championships.
The Region is also looking for volunteers and Technical Officials to help the event run smoothly. If you can assist on the day, we would appreciate you sign up using the forms on the Open Water Competitions webpage.