Charity swims

Take the plunge for Macmillan with an exciting swimming challenge.
We have everything you need to help you reach the finish line, find your personal best and support our vital services.
Browse swimming events
Find your perfect event and sign up today.
Organise your own swim
We have all the tools and tips you need to complete your own swim.
I'm doing a different swim
Are you doing an event that isn't listed on our website? You can still be part of Team Macmillan.

Swimming for Macmillan

It's as easy as ready, steady, go...

Sign up

Find the perfect event and register for a place.

Train and fundraise

Use our expert support to get race-day ready.

Swim

See your hard work pay off on event day and wear your medal with pride.

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Indoor vs wild - where is the best place to swim? 

Need inspiration to take the big leap (or dip)? Read our latest blog to hear from Macmillan staff about their swimming experiences and where they think is the best place to swim.
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Fundraising support

Fundraising tips
All the information you need to get your fundraising started and raise as much as you can for our vital services.
Materials and resources
Create your own fundraising materials or order some additional resources to give your fundraising activity the iconic Macmillan look.
Online shop
From water bottles to hoodies and everything in-between. Get the full Team Macmillan makeover from our online shop.

Training essentials

Practical tips and information
Read our top 10 tips on training for your swim, along with guidance on improving your technique in the water and advice on open water swimming.
Prepare your body
Get your body into tip-top shape with our guidance on stretching, conditioning and nutrition.
Training plans
Whether this is your first event or you’re an experienced swimmer, we have the plan for you.

Why your support matters

Find out how your support helps people living with cancer and the ways we make a difference.
Find out how your fundraising helps people with cancer

Get in touch

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Call our Supporter Care team Monday to Friday, 9:30am-4:30pm
Email us
Get in touch with our Supporter Care team by email
Fundraising FAQs
Answers to common questions our supporters have about supporting Macmillan – how to pay in money, changing your details, making a donation.
Fundraising tips
Get top tips and advice from Macmillan on how to maximise your fundraising.