River Arun 3.8km Swim Littlehampton 23/06/12

Saturday 23rd June 2012 – Start time approx 15:30hrs – Entry Fee £24.  WETSUITS WILL BE COMPULSORY.  EVENT SOLD OUT  !

Entry fee includes coached transport to the start, free race images and a donation to the RNLI and Ford Church

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‘Swim the Arun’ - This will be another unique chance to swim the River Arun over the Ironman distance of 3.8km. The River Arun runs from Littlehamptonand northwards beyond Arundel and Pulborough, West Sussex. The Arun has the second fastest tidal river in the UK so you’re guaranteed a Personal Best! The swim will start from the Ship and Anchor Pub and Marina, just south of Ford Railway Station.

There’s good access to a small slipway near the Marina and a nice wide section of river from where to start the race. The exact start time will be dependent on conditions of the river flow and in consultation with the harbour master, who will control the entire stretch down to Littlehampton. The finish will be at the RNLI slipway at the mouth of the river. The start will be during the 30 minute ‘slack’ water period, before the tide starts to turn. All the usual REP safety cover will be provided, kayaks and mountain bike spotters on the river bank.