Marathon Swims Partners
Marathon Swims Owners
Swimathon Foundation is the charity behind the world's biggest fundraising swim, Swimathon and owners of Marathon Swims..
In their 40 year history, Swimathon swimmers have raised an incredible £50 million for such well known charities as Marie Curie, Sport Relief, Macmillan Cancer Support, NSPCC, The British Heart Foundation and The Prince's Trust.
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The Swimathon Foundation also supports smaller organisations that are involved with local swimming projects through its Community Grants scheme. In the past a variety of initiatives, including swimming programmes for those with special needs, participation schemes by youth groups, clubs for the elderly, swimming clubs and disability groups have all benefitted from its support.
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Alzheimer's Society is an official charity partner of Marathon Swims 2026.
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Alzheimer’s Society is the UK’s leading dementia charity.
One in three people born in the UK today will go on to develop dementia in their lifetime. We support people affected by dementia now, campaign for change and invest in research to create a better tomorrow.
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By taking part in Marathon Swims with us this November, you’ll help fund life‑changing support and bring us closer to breakthroughs that could transform millions of lives. Dive in, make a splash and power vital progress for people living with dementia.
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It will take a society to beat dementia. Join us.
Level Water is an official charity partner of Marathon Swims 2026.
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We give children with disabilities the opportunity to learn to swim. From physical development to social and emotional confidence, swimming is a vehicle to change their lives for the better.
Level Water unites and collaborates with teachers, families, fundraisers, pools, supporters, governing bodies – and children with disabilities. Swimming changes lives and we're thrilled to be partners with Marathon Swims to make this possible.
Marathon Swims Venue Partner
Everyone Active is the country's number one activity destination.
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It's our mission to get everybody doing at least 30 minutes of activity five times a week. Whether you're into swimming, going to the gym, taking on a group exercise class, or enjoying activities with the whole family, there's something for everyone to enjoy.
Outdoor Swimmer Magazine
Outdoor Swimmer is the magazine for outdoor swimmers by outdoor swimmers. Each issue of Outdoor Swimmer magazine is a celebration of swimming outdoors in which we share inspirational stories, wild swimming spots, technique advice, training sessions and stunning photography.
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Participation Sport Ltd.
Participation Sport Ltd. are the creators and founders of Marathon Swims. The Participation Sport team have over 15 years experience in creating, promoting and operating mass participation sport events in the UK and overseas.
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Participation Sport Ltd. are also the creators of London 100 - London's ultra marathon and Original Marathon - London's newest, oldest marathon.
Wavecrest Swimming
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Swimming coaching company Wavecrest Swimming was founded by Head Coach Cassandra Patten, an Olympic Bronze Medallist, double World Championship Silver Medallist, European Cup Champion, Swimming World Cup Winner, a professional swimming coach and most importantly an enthusiastic approachable person who takes great joy from helping people to improve and enjoy their swimming.
SWIMQUEST OPEN WATER SWIMMING HOLIDAYS - SUITABLE FOR ALL ABILITIES
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Surprise yourself with a unique type of holiday. SwimQuest specialise in helping people of all ages and abilities explore and enjoy the open water, and have recently won the Feefo Gold Trusted Service Award for their outstanding customer reviews.
Complete beginners and experienced swimmers can benefit from SwimQuest’s expert swim coaching and beautiful island-to-island and coastal swimming. Just like a walking or a cycling holiday, this is a fantastic way to explore stunning parts of the world from a unique, aquatic vantage point, meet like minded individuals and come home energised.
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To find out more, visit www.swimquest.uk.com