🗓️ Friday 26th December 2025
The Boxing Day Swim on Swanage Beach is an annual community tradition, which last year saw 200 swimmers head into the chilly December water for a fun, festive dip.
Meet just before 11am at Swanage Information Centre and, on the town crier’s bell at 11am sharp, it’s time to brave the water – festive hats encouraged!
The Swanage Boxing Day Swim is also a great way to support local charity #WillDoes, which has organised the swim for the last few years.
- Timings: 11am – 12.30pm
- Entry: Free (Donations kindly welcomed)
- Location: Meet on the beach outside The Mowlem
And if shoreside spectating is more your thing, there’ll be hot drinks and mince pies to enjoy whilst you watch the madness ensue.
#WillDoes
Set up in memory of William Paddy, a local lad with a passion for animals and sports who sadly passed away at the age of 14, the charity holds various events throughout the year, raising funds to help young people achieve wellbeing.
Find out more about this local charity and how you can donate or get involved as a volunteer online: www.willdoes.co.uk
