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East Region swimmers shine on the Commonwealth stage in Glasgow

Swim England East Region is celebrating the outstanding achievements of swimmers with connections to the region following the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Representing England, Jack Skerry, Erin Little, Louise Fiddes and William Ellard all competed on the international stage, while Angharad Evans, who began her swimming journey in the East Region, proudly represented Scotland. Harry

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Will Ellard strikes Commonwealth Games gold with record-breaking swim

Swim England East Region swimmer Will Ellard has added Commonwealth Games gold to his remarkable list of achievements, setting a new Commonwealth Games record in the process. Representing Team England at his first Commonwealth Games, Will produced a sensational performance in the men’s S14 200m freestyle to claim the gold medal and become Commonwealth champion.

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Swim England East Region Awards – Nominations Now Open

Do you know an individual or club that deserves recognition for their outstanding contribution to aquatics? Nominate them today and help us celebrate the achievements of the incredible people and clubs who make aquatics thrive across the Swim England East Region. The Swim England East Region Awards recognise and celebrate Swim England members for their

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Swim England president – Tom Baster

Swim England are pleased to introduce Tom Baster as their new President. Tom is a lifelong member of Basildon & District Swimming Club (now Basildon and Phoenix), he brings decades of experience across the sport as an official, leader and volunteer at club, regional, national and international level. As a World Aquatics Swimming Referee, Tom

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New Director Joins Swim England East Region Board

We are pleased to announce the appointment of a new Board member and Director for Swim England East Region. Clare Davison has joined the Board as Director of East Region. This appointment strengthens the region’s leadership team and supports the continued development and delivery of aquatics across the East Region. In addition to her role

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Celebrating Volunteers week

During Volunteers’ Week, we said a huge thank you to all of our incredible volunteers. From coaches and team managers to committee members, officials, poolside helpers, and everyone who works tirelessly behind the scenes, your dedication makes everything we do possible. Your commitment, enthusiasm, and support create opportunities for swimmers of all ages and abilities

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Nominations Open for the Jeff Cook Salver Award 2026

The Region is pleased to invite nominations for the 2026 Jeff Cook Salver Award. Originally presented to the Region at its inception in 2005, the Jeff Cook Salver recognises an individual, team, or club that has made an outstanding contribution to the sport within the region. This award celebrates dedication, commitment, and the positive impact

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Long Course Championships – Weekends Two and Three

Information packs for Weekends 2 and 3 have been added to the Swimming Competitions page. We are still looking for officials and non-technical volunteers for all sessions of Weekend 2 at Norwich, you can sign up here. In the Weekend 2 pack there is important information about the way the 14 and under 1500m freestyle

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Expression of Interest: Swimming Coach & Team Manager Opportunities

We’re pleased to share an opportunity for coaches and team managers across the region to register their interest in supporting the upcoming Swim England National Programmes for the 2026–2027 season. If you’re interested, or know someone who may be, please feel free to share this opportunity widely. Expressions of interest are now open. National Programmes

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Long Course Championships – Accepted Entries

The Accepted Entries have been published on the Swimming Competitions page and can also be found here. No further corrections can be made. An information pack for Weekend One has also been added to the Swimming Competitions page it can also be found here. We have had a positive response to our request for Volunteers and

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Long Course Championships – Received Entries

The Received Entries have been published on the Swimming Competitions page and can also be found here. Swimmers, teams and their representatives have until the end of Friday 17 April to check the Received Entries and notify the entries administrator by email to [email protected] of any errors after which a final accepted entries list will

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