GO SWIM | LOCH Morlich
Saturday 13th September 2025
Location: Loch Morlich Beach
Join us for an Open water swimming experience you will never forget.
In the heart of the Cairngorms and in the shadow of Cairngorm Mountain, join us for an open water swim in this truly spectacular location.
At 300 metres above sea level you can swim in a loch that has one of the highest beaches in the UK!
WHAT'S INCLUDED
What’s Included
We have everything in place to ensure an enjoyable day and fantastic experience.
- Full land and water safety and First Aid team
- Chip Timing
- Finishers’ Medal
- Finishers’ Memento
- Swim Cap
- Bag Drop Tent
- Changing Tent Facilities
- Car Parking (£5 charge)
RACE HQ
Swim HQ
Event HQ is Loch Morlich Beach and event parking is at The Hayfield with charge of £5 payable. There is NO overnight parking.
ENTER ALL 3 EVENTS FOR 10% OFF
For the ultimate Go-Swim challenge why not enter all 3 events at Loch Tay, Loch Lomond and Loch Morlich.
You can choose different distances, so why not start small and finish big!
250m | The family-friendly option
(12:45pm) or (1:05pm Skins)
250 metres (the equivalent of 10 lengths of a standard 25 metre pool) of open water swimming/splashing/doggy-paddling in the beautiful waters of Loch Morlich.
Suitable for Age 8 and above, every child aged under 12 years must be accompanied by an adult (1 adult per child). In this case and adult is anyone aged 18+ years old. Wetsuits are compulsory unless entering the SKINS event.
All SKINS events are only available to those aged 16 or over.
Early Bird £15.00
£25.00 after 31/01/25 | or £30.00 after 30/04/25
CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP to SKINS (Non-wetsuit)
Skins (Non-wetsuit ) T&Cs
You must have previous experience of swimming without a wetsuit and preferably this should be at an Event. We will assume that in entering the skins option that you have been training for this event in skins and have suitable experience of skins swimming to be able to complete this event safely.
Tow Floats will be compulsory for all Skin Swimmers and you can purchase those from our friends at Lomo Here . Remember for all other competitors wetsuits are compulsory. Shortie type wetsuits are allowed if you are an experienced swimmer, but we recommend full length arms and legs due to the cold temperatures. If you are susceptible to the cold, we would also recommend neoprene hats, socks and gloves. Please see our wetsuit guidance Here for more information.
750m | A great place to start
(11:30am) or (12:00pm Skins)
A great Introduction into Open water swimming.
This is a 750m swim which is equivalent to 30 lengths of a 25m Pool. Average completion time 20 minutes.
This event is suitable for Entrants 12 years and over.
All SKINS events are only available to those aged 16 or over.
Early Bird £27.00
£37.00 after 31/01/25 | or £42.00 after 30/04/25
CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP to SKINS (Non-wetsuit)
Skins (Non-wetsuit ) T&Cs
You must have previous experience of swimming without a wetsuit and preferably this should be at an Event. We will assume that in entering the skins option that you have been training for this event in skins and have suitable experience of skins swimming to be able to complete this event safely.
Tow Floats will be compulsory for all Skin Swimmers and you can purchase those from our friends at Lomo Here . Remember for all other competitors wetsuits are compulsory. Shortie type wetsuits are allowed if you are an experienced swimmer, but we recommend full length arms and legs due to the cold temperatures. If you are susceptible to the cold, we would also recommend neoprene hats, socks and gloves. Please see our wetsuit guidance Here for more information.
1500m | Get a feel for the open water
(10:30am) or (11:00am Skins)
This swim is suitable for swimmers of all abilities.
The distance is 1500m which is equivalent to 60 Lengths of a 25m swimming Pool.
Average completion time 40 minutes, this event is suitable for those aged 16-years and above.
Early Bird £32.00
£42.00 after 31/01/25 | or £47.00 after 30/04/25
CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP to SKINS (Non-wetsuit)
Skins (Non-wetsuit ) T&Cs
You must have previous experience of swimming without a wetsuit and preferably this should be at an Event. We will assume that in entering the skins option that you have been training for this event in skins and have suitable experience of skins swimming to be able to complete this event safely.
Tow Floats will be compulsory for all Skin Swimmers and you can purchase those from our friends at Lomo Here . Remember for all other competitors wetsuits are compulsory. Shortie type wetsuits are allowed if you are an experienced swimmer, but we recommend full length arms and legs due to the cold temperatures. If you are susceptible to the cold, we would also recommend neoprene hats, socks and gloves. Please see our wetsuit guidance Here for more information.
3000m | A great open water challenge
(10:00am)
This 3000m distance swim is best suited to more experienced swimmers looking to go that little bit further.
Equivalent to 120 lengths of a 25m swimming pool, swimmers must be able to reach 1500m (Half way) within an hour, Cut off times will apply to those that have not reached this point.
Early Bird £37.00
£47.00 after 31/01/25 | or £52.00 after 30/04/25
CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP5000m | A full-on swim adventure
(8:00am)
This 5000m distance swim is best suited to more experienced swimmers looking to go that little bit further.
Swimmers must be able to reach regular cut-offs (TBC, but assume approx. 1 hour per 1500m).
Early Bird £47.00
£57.00 after 31/01/25 | or £62.00 after 30/04/25
CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP10000m | The BIG one!
(8:00am)
This 10000m marathon distance swim is really only suited to more experienced swimmers who have long swims (3K+) under their belt already.
Swimmers must be able to reach regular cut-offs (TBC, but assume approx. 1 hour per 2000m).
Early Bird £57.00
£67.00 after 31/01/25 | or £72.00 after 30/04/25
Sponsors & Partners
Message from Lomo
We are delighted to be the official delivery partner of Go Swim Loch Morlich. It is a great privilege and honour for Lomo to be a part of growing the sport here in Scotland and we look forward to another excellent weekend in Speyside. We stock a wide range of wetsuits, drybags and swimming equipment, please visit our website for more information.
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