About the event

The Outdoor Swimmer Henley Swim Festival is a swim event like no other. A weekend celebrating open-water swimming, set in a stunning location on the banks of the Thames just outside Henley.

This outdoor swim event has a variety of swimming challenges covering different distances and there are options for everyone. From those that are new to open water swimming  experienced swimmers seeking a personal best.

you can choose from 200m, a half mile, a mile or 4 mile swim challenge.

Swimmers and their supporters can enjoy the atmospheric festival village for post-swimming celebrations, information and advice. There will be retailers, food and drink outlets and plenty of space to picnic. 

Event info

Date: Sunday, 9 July 2023

Time: 9 am – 4 pm

Location:  Temple island Meadows, Henley-on-Thames

Entry cost: From £30

To receive a 20% discount on your swim registration, simply apply the code 2023HSFLAUNCHPAD20 at the checkout.

Fundraising

We would love you to help us by fundraising as part of taking on this challenge. After you sign up, please contact our fundraising team so as we can provide details and help you with setting up a JustGiving page so your friends, family and colleagues can support you with your challenge.

If appropriate, please do check if your company offers match funding for charity events – every little bit really does help Launchpad to make a difference.

 How do we support members of Team Launchpad?

We will support you every step of the way – we offer tips on training and lots of fundraising materials, and you’ll get an exclusive Launchpad swim hat and goodies for taking part! Plus we’ll be at the festival on the day to cheer you on!

How will your fundraising help Launchpad?

Day in, day out, Launchpad helps people, couples and families like you in Reading who are homeless or at risk of losing their home – and only with your kind support can we continue this vital work. The cost of living crisis continues to leave homeless people extremely vulnerable, and we are already seeing many more in housing crisis. Every penny you raise when you take on this challenge helps us prevent homelessness in our town.