Sport & Activities
Royal Docks Swim Series (RDSS) 2025
ROYAL DOCKS SWIM SERIES IS COMING THIS SUMMER: 6-8 JUNE 2025
The event will host 3 swim distances over 3 days:-
RD1: 1k swim on Friday evening
RD3: 3k swim on Saturday afternoon
RD5: 5k swim on Sunday morning
Participants will swim in one of the 3 waves – Relaxed, Medium and Fast. All waves are mass start.
If you are taking part in the iconic Dock2Dock swim event, then the RDSS is the perfect way to train as you’ll be swimming in the same body of water.
But the RDSS is not just for racers, if you prefer to swim at a more leisurely pace, then it’s a wonderful way to take part in a local event that is fun and friendly.
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
- Entry to your chosen RDSS events.
- Safety for the duration of the event
- Safety boats, kayaks, and paddle boarders in the water.
- Secure bag drop
- Official RDSS swim cap
- Feed station access for BYO feed/hydration
- Post swim refuel
- snacks and hydration
- Finisher’s medal
EVENT DETAILS
Dates:
RD1: Friday, 6 June 2025
RD3: Saturday, 7 June 2025
RD5: Sunday, 8 June 2025
Location: Love Open Water London Royal Docks, opposite City Hall
Price: from only £35
Wetsuit: Optional
Water quality: Excellent
For more event information or to SIGN UP: loveopenwater.co.ukFor updates and announcements, join the NOWCA Wild group: RDSSThe NOWCA Wild app is free to download for iOS and Android: nowcawild.co.uk
For your visit
Places To Stay
Aloft London ExCeL
Four-star Marriott hotel with a dockside restaurant terrace, wood-lined interiors, and a striking skyline.
Outdoors
St John's Green
Community garden with allotment and children's play area.
New Arrival
Food & Drink
The Windjammer
The Windjammer is a stunning pub with a big focus on fresh, seasonal food, a community atmosphere and exceptional service.
