About the event
The Selkie Henley Classic is a 2.1km upstream swim on the world famous Henley Royal Regatta rowing course at dawn. Henley Swim has exclusive once-a-year access to this beautiful stretch of the River Thames, free from boat traffic, since the event began in 2004. This is your only chance to swim it in a safe and supervised way!
Swimmers are welcome to wear wetsuits or skins, and swim whichever stroke they choose. The first swimmers enter the water at dawn when the sun is rising over the Thames - an unforgettable experience! The swim takes you past all the famous Henley Regatta landmarks including the Barn Bar, Phyllis Court and the Members’ Grandstand. As the church and bridge come into sight in the early morning sun, you reach the end of your swim at the Official Regatta Finish.
After a short walk back to the event area you are welcomed by the smell of coffee and breakfast, into the hub of swimmers exhilarated by what they have accomplished before most of the country wakes up.
Swimmers are welcome to wear wetsuits or skins, and swim whichever stroke they choose. The first swimmers enter the water at dawn when the sun is rising over the Thames - an unforgettable experience! The swim takes you past all the famous Henley Regatta landmarks including the Barn Bar, Phyllis Court and the Members’ Grandstand. As the church and bridge come into sight in the early morning sun, you reach the end of your swim at the Official Regatta Finish.
After a short walk back to the event area you are welcomed by the smell of coffee and breakfast, into the hub of swimmers exhilarated by what they have accomplished before most of the country wakes up.
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Selkie Henley Classic
29 Jun, 2025 (Sun)
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2.1 km
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On site
River
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