How to take part in overnight relay swim at Jesus Green Lido in Cambridge to aid children’s charity Level Water
Teams of swimmers are invited to take part in an overnight relay at Jesus Green Lido in Cambridge on the summer solstice.
The event has been organised by and will raise money for Level Water – a charity that helps children with disabilities to learn to swim.
Dario Ferreira, duty manager at the Jesus Green Lido, said: “It is a chance to experience the lido in an entirely new light – swimming under the stars, through the stillness of the night, and into the first glow of morning.
“Whether you’re here for the serenity, the challenge, or simply to be part of something unique, your presence supports a cause that matters. Alongside Level Water and the Friends of Jesus Green Lido, our dedicated team will be on hand throughout the night to ensure a safe, relaxed and memorable experience for everyone involved.”
The 12-hour swim relay is open to teams of up to 12 swimmers of all abilities and will take place between 7pm on Saturday, 21 June and 7am on Sunday, 22 June.
Proceeds will help Level Water provide access to specialist swimming lessons for children in Cambridge who would otherwise miss out.
Ian Thwaites, CEO and founder of Level Water, said: “Normally, Level Water organises swim events in lakes and rivers. Holding this kind of event at a pool is a first for us – and we’re excited to collaborate with the team at GLL and the Friends of Jesus Green Lido. We’ve already had 10 teams register but expect 50 teams to sell out quickly.”
To ensure swimmer safety, the relay will be split into hourly stints, with each team passing a swimmer wristband to the next teammate.
Swimmers can complete as many laps as they like for up to 50 minutes. At 10 minutes to the hour, no new laps may begin, swimmers exit the water, pass the team wristband to the next teammate and they take their place. The cycle repeats – hour by hour –until dawn.
To sign-up, donate or find out more, visit levelwater.org/12hr-jesus-green.
