Padstow to Rock Swim
Information
- Date
- Distance
- One mile (Elite - 30 minute time limit, Non-elite - one hour time limit)
- Minimum fundraising
- Please raise as much as possible
- Registration fee
- Reg Fee - £40
- Minimum age
10 years old on 12 July 2026.
All swimmers aged 10-14 years on 12 July 2026 must be accompanied, in the water, by a named, competent and registered adult swimmer.
If under 16: your parent or guardian must sign the consent form.
Padstow to Rock 2026
The next Padstow to Rock Swim challenge, an open water sea swim, will take place on Sunday 12 July 2026.
Elite places
Applications for Elite ballot places are still open and you can apply by downloading the Padstow to Rock 2026 Ballot Entry Form.
Please note that to take part in the Elite swim you MUST be able to complete the one mile swim within the 30 minute time limit.
So don't miss out on this unique opportunity to swim one mile across the Camel Estuary – from Padstow to Rock – and to raise money to help Marie Curie Nurses continue to care for people at the end of life, whatever the illness.
Non-elite
Unfortunately, applications for the Non-Elite ballot are now closed. However, we are keeping a waiting list so you if you want to apply for the waiting list then please download Padstow to Rock 2026 Ballot Entry Form.
Those who have already sent in their ballot application will be informed if they have been successful early January 2026.
Entry details
To enter the Elite ballot, or to be added to the Non-elite waiting list, download, print and complete the Padstow to Rock 2026 Ballot Entry Form and post to:
The Padstow to Rock Swim Team
Marie Curie
Marsh Lane
Solihull
West Midlands
B91 2PQ
Why take part?
Swim for Marie Curie and you can expect fantastic support along the way. You'll get a welcome pack to help you with your fundraising, regular emails, on-hand support from your dedicated local fundraising team and plenty of cheering on the day. Plus, you can access our Swimmer's Zone which has training advice to support you.
On the big day, you'll get a swimming hat, and we'll have a Cornish pasty waiting for you when you finish, along with your iconic Padstow to Rock Finishers' T-shirt!
Crossing the Camel Estuary under your own steam will make a real difference. Everything you raise will help our Marie Curie Nurses care for more people living with a terminal illness and their families.
"Totally loved this event!! Did it with my 13 year old daughter and loved that we could swim it together. A really well organised and supportive fun event in a beautiful setting!"
"I would encourage anyone to sign up if this interests them!
It's achievable, friendly and a wonderful place to swim!"
"We swam as a family and everyone felt valued, welcomed and confident. The volunteers were always on hand with encouragement and support for those that needed it"
Padstow to Rock Gallery
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