Following a meeting between the Channel Swimming Association, Channel Crossing Association, Channel Swimming Pilotage Federation, Channel Swimming & Pilotage Services and Coastguards from France and the UK it has been agreed by all that the swim season will from now on be between 1st April and 31st October each year.
This is first and foremost to protect the safety and welfare of the swimmers and support craft involved. Swims outside of this period will not be accepted on the grounds of safety.

DOVER:
On the 24th August at 1 pm, there will be a ceremony at Captain Matthew Webb's memorial on Dover's promenade. This will be hosted by the CSA and the Mayor of Dover, where a wreath will be laid in Webb's memory.
On the 25th August, Dover Harbour Board is hosting a special event. As part of the celebrations, there will be swimming races organised by Dover Lifeguards.
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11:00 race registrations
14:00 Procession along promenade from near Capt Webb memorial to Marina Curve Event area.
14:30 Presentation of prizes and speeches at the main stage in Marina Curve area at the end of the procession
Music will be played throughout the day with marquees where some of us (CSA) will be based for the day. Do come and say hello.