Great North Swim

Take the plunge, and join the #TeamMND Swim Squad today

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13-15 June 2025

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250m - 10km

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Lake Windermere, UK

Wheelchair accessible

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Whether it’s your first time or you’re looking for your next adventure, get out of the pool and take the plunge with #TeamMND at the Great North Swim today.

With distances to suit all levels and abilities you can enjoy a weekend in the great outdoors with friends and family. Take your pick from 250 metres, 1/2 a mile, 1 mile, 2 miles, 5k or a 10k.

Join #TeamMND

Join with your own place

Whilst we don't have charity places in the 2025 event, you can still join #TeamMND with your own place. Once you've purchased your place with the event organisers, let us know!

When you join #TeamMND, you'll receive:

  • A free #TeamMND tshirt or running vest
  • A fundraising pack with everything you need to get started
  • Regular emails with support, updates and fundraising tips
  • Access to our Training Hub App to help you get race day ready
  • A feeling of awesomeness knowing you've helped in the fight against MND 

Get Inspired

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The difference you could make

"Such a lovely event! The views were just incredible, and I loved every second. I'm so pleased with the money I raised to help people with MND." 

#TeamMND Great North Swim finisher 
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Fundraising Tips

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FAQs

I use a wheelchair, can I take part?

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For safety reasons, the Great Swim features dry-land sections at the start and finish of the course. This feature means the event may not be suitable for all swimmers.

Please contact our Fundraising Team on 01604 611860 or email fundraising@mndassociation.org for further information about how you can register. 

I have a question about joining #TeamMND, who do I contact?

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If you have any questions about this event, or would like more information, please contact the Fundraising Team.

I have purchased my own place in the swim, can I still join #TeamMND?

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Yes you can join #TeamMND with your own place! Please click the button above which says 'I have my own place' and fill in the form.

Where can I find more information about the event?

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You can keep up to date with event information on the Great North Swim. 

Can I take part if i'm under 18?

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You must be 16 years or over on the day of the event to enter a 1 mile.

Age requirements for the other distances can be found here. 

I'm no longer able to take part in the event, what shall I do?

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Please get in touch with our Fundraising Team on 01604 611860 or email fundraising@mndassociation.org to discuss your options.

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