Swimming Events
Make a splash for Amnesty! Whether this is an organised event or your own swimming challenge, take to the water and raise money for human rights!
Great North Swim
Date: 12 - 13 June 2026
Location: Windermere, Lake District
Minimum fundraising target: No set target for own place swimmers
Minimum age for swims: 12 (1/2 mile), 16 (1 mile - 5k), 18 (10k)
Choose from six different open water swimming distances to suit all ages, abilities, and level of experience. Whether you’re looking to get fit, improve your time, soak up some nature or raise money for charity, you‘ll be part of an amazing collective experience - guaranteed. Dive into nature at Windermere and join us at the UK’s biggest open water swimming event.
Secured your place?
I have my own place
If you've booked your own place in a swimming event, please complete our form to join Team Amnesty.
Planning your own event?
If you don't fancy taking on an organised event, why not arrange your own swim at your local swimming pool or perhaps an open water swim. You can then use your event to raise awareness about one of our campaigns, such as the dangerous journeys many refugees have to make, or how little time we have left to stop climate change.
Steps to plan your own swimming challenge:
- Select a place to swim
- Choose a date
- Get a team together, to either join in or cheer from the sidelines
- Tell us about your challenge
- Set up your fundraising page
Safety: It is important to stay safe whilst taking on your challenge. If you're swimming in your local pool, please follow all safety guidelines and consult the lifeguard with any concerns. For those planning an open water swim, check out Outdoor Swimmer for essential tips. Need more advice? Please contact the team.
Signed up to swim? Get fundraising!
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How we’ll support you
As a member of our team you’ll receive:
- A special AIUK t-shirt for the event
- A fundraising pack filled with lots of advice and ideas
- One to one fundraising and training support
- Fundraising and event materials like collecting tins, posters and badges
- Regular support and updates on our human rights successes
Get in touch
If you have any questions or queries, contact our Community and Events Fundraising Team who will be able to provide you with further information. We will be more than happy to assist.
Email: team@amnesty.org.uk