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
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
With the water temperature at Whittlingham currently measuring 22.5°C (as of 7 July), and considering the latest weather forecast, it is highly unlikely that wetsuits will be required for the 2026 Open Water Championships on 12 July. Reminder to all swimmers entered in the 2026 Open Water Championships: If you have not yet completed your
East U16 Open Water Polo team travelled to Haberdashers’ Boys’ School determined to build on two excellent performances in recent years, having finished fourth in 2024 and runners-up in 2025 after the heartbreak of losing the final on penalties. Preparations for the tournament a challenge with it only being confirmed a short time before the
This year’s Championships will be held on 20th September at Newmarket Leisure Centre. The Conditions and Online Meet Entry Portal can be found here: https://eastswimming.org/masters/masters-competitions/ The closing date for entries is midnight on September 9th 2026. If you have any queries concerning entering this meet please contact [email protected]
If you have entered this year’s Swim England East Region Open Water Championships, you can now pre-order your official event hoodie or T-shirt. Choose from a range of options, including different coloured hoodies, technical T-shirts, and costume T-shirts, all featuring this year’s event branding. Pre-order now and collect your merchandise on the day from the
The schedule of events for the Open Water Championships has been published on the Open Water Competitions Page and can also be found here.
The Open Water Competitions page has been updated with the Accepted Entries which can also be found here. No further changes can be made to the Accepted Entries.
Details of the Short Course Swimming Championships together with information on the dates and locations of the 2027 Championships have been added to the Swimming Competitions page which can be found here.
Entries close tonight for the 2026 Swim England East Region Open Water Championships. The championships will take place on 12 July 2026 at Whitlingham Lakes, Norwich, and entries will close on Monday 15 June 2026 at Midnight. Before entering, please ensure you have read the 2026 SE East Region Open Water Conditions document. This year, dedicated
Only 5 days left to enter the East Region Open Water Championships! Entries close on Monday 15th June. 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
Swimmers and coaches from across the East Region came together at Stanborough Lakes for the 2026 Regional Open Water Development Day, enjoying a packed programme of learning, development and practical open water experience at one of the Region’s premier open water venues. The event welcomed athletes of all ages and abilities, united by a shared
