THE BIG SWIM 2026

The Big Swim 2026 takes place in two stunning locations: Brighton and Dorset and is calling for 1,000-plus swimmers to take part in this very unique event. The swim is run in partnership with Land and Wave, Dorset and Sea Lanes, Brighton.
Join us in supporting the South Coast’s largest wild swimming gathering, celebrating International Women’s Day
alongside a vibrant and supportive community.

We are supporting The Big Swim because we believe in the empowering magic that is created when
women come together to support women – we lift each other up!

Not only is this likely to be a record-breaking event in its own right, but it demonstrates just what can be achieved when swimmers, sponsors, partners and volunteerscome together and support each other.

A Celebration of Women
International Women’s Day is a moment to pause, reflect, and champion women from all backgrounds and locations. The Big Swim embodies that spirit by inviting people—women, families, friends, and allies- to come together in a vibrant display of solidarity.
This year’s theme, #GiveToGain, reminds us that the fight for gender equity requires the collective efforts and contributions of everyone. By swimming, dipping, or cheering from the sidelines, we shine a light on women in our community,
sparking conversations and inspiring action.

🌊 Uniting Through Wild Swimming 🌊
There’s something magical about the sea—the way it connects us to ourselves, to nature and to each other. Wild swimming has become a sanctuary, a place where we feel alive, free, and part of a larger community. The thought of gathering 1,000 swimmers across two stunning locations (Brighton and Sandbanks) to share in that experience is exhilarating and most definitely lifts your spirits.

Here at Beach Box, sea and sauna go hand in hand. The benefits of contrast therapy are widely recognised and have been embraced fully by our community. Nothing beats the invigorating feeling of leaving the warmth of the sauna to dip into the sea and then return to the heat. Sauna reconnects us to nature and to ourselves, the sight, sounds and feel of the sea enhance this perfectly.

Taking Action for Women
The organisers of The Big Swim are asking the 1,000+ swimmers to take one action to support and elevate women in their communities. Small actions can have a ripple effect, creating long-term, meaningful change that extends far beyond the day itself. These actions will be collected when swimmers sign up for the event.

 Here are a few examples of what you could do:

Seek out and support businesses owned by women in your area, such as shops, restaurants, or service providers. Promote these businesses by leaving positive reviews and recommending them to all your friends.

Volunteer at organisations that provide skills training or professional development for women and girls

Join or support local organisations that work on issues affecting women, such as domestic violence shelters, reproductive health clinics, or education programs.

Participate in community meetings, advocate for policies that promote gender equality, and amplify women’s voices in decision-making processes.

Everyone can take one action. Just pick one and make it happen!