TriSwim at Chipstead Lake

TriSwim is proud to partner with Chipstead Sailing Club

TriSwim offers premier open water swimming at Longford Lake, affectionately known as ‘Chipstead Lake’.

The Benefits of Open Water Swimming

Open water swimming comes with a myriad of benefits:

Physical Health: Enhances cardiovascular fitness, improves circulation, and increases stamina.
Mental Health: Reduces stress, boosts mood, and enhances mental clarity. The natural environment and immersion in cold water are known to have therapeutic effects.

Our Community

At TriSwim, we have created a supportive and friendly community of swimmers who enjoy swimming year-round in the calm, clear waters of Chipstead Lake. Every swimmer is welcome, whether you’re a seasoned triathlete, new to open water swimming, or simply looking for a place to relax and unwind.

Please note that swimming in Chipstead Lake is only permitted during TriSwim’s hours of operation and swimming outside of these times is strictly prohibited.

Family-Friendly Swimming

We welcome families and offer free swimming for children under the age of 16 with each paying adult during the summer. This not only makes swimming more cost-effective for families but also encourages younger people to experience open water swimming and learn about safety in and around open water. Our goal is to foster smart and safe choices in open water as children grow older. Children under the age of 16 must be supervised by an adult at all times.

Facilities and Safety

TriSwim provides a swimming pool experience in the open water:

Qualified Lifeguards: Our RLSS-trained lifeguards are both on land and positioned on the water to ensure your safety.
Safety Equipment: Free use of safety tow floats for those new or nervous about the open water environment.
Water Quality: We conduct monthly microbiology water tests to ensure the water is safe for swimming at all times.

Swimming Gear and Wetsuit Rental

Wetsuits are not obligatory; however, if it is your first-time open water swimming, you may find it more comfortable to wear a wetsuit if you are planning on swimming distances. During the summer, the water temperatures range from 18 – 24 degrees, which can feel brisk when you first enter the water but lovely once you’re in. TriSwim offers wetsuit rental should you wish to try a wetsuit before you commit to buying one.

Cold Water Shock

Cold water shock can happen at any time, to anyone. The rule of thumb is that water below 14 degrees can cause a sharp intake of breath, along with a drop in blood pressure and a spike in heart rate, which can cause a submerged swimmer to inhale water, and/or suffer a heart attack or stroke. However, cold water shock can still affect people entering much warmer water, which is why we always ask swimmers to enter the water via the rubber slipway matting, slowly and allowing the body to acclimatize. Due to cold water shock and how shallow the water can be in the bay area, there is absolutely no jumping from the jetty into the water.

Use of Chipstead Lake and Sailing Club Facilities

Dog-Friendly Environment

Well-behaved dogs are very welcome at Chipstead Lake, as long as your dog has good recall and any mess is collected and disposed of properly.

Respect the Environment

We ask our swimmers to respect the environment and others using the lakes. Please take any and all rubbish home with you, clear any mess you make in the changing rooms, be resourceful with hot water in the showers, and be kind to others enjoying recreation on the lake (fishing, paddleboarding, sailing, etc.).

Social and Dining Options

Enjoy the use of the sailing club bar and Pirouni Greek Street Food, which is on offer at the weekends throughout the summer. Chipstead Sailing Club invites you to join as a social member for £20 per year to take part in all the lovely social events they organize for all the family to enjoy.

Swimming Schedule

Spring and Summer
1. Mondays: 5pm – 8pm
2. Saturdays and Sundays: 7am – 9am & 5pm – 8pm

Autumn and Winter
Saturdays and Sundays: 8am – 10am

Costs

1. Member swim: £8.50
2. Pay as you go ‘non-member- swim: £11.50
3. Annual membership (non obligatory) starts at: £30
4. Wetsuit rental: £15
5. 1 to 1 open water coaching: £60

Book A Swim

1. Visit: www.triswim.org.uk
2. Email: info@triswim.org.uk

Join us at Chipstead Lake and become part of our vibrant and welcoming community. All levels, ages, and backgrounds of swimmers are welcome. Enjoy a safe, enjoyable open water swimming experience with TriSwim!