The Big Swim 2025

Introducing our super popular The Big Swim 2025. We're calling all swimmers, from novice to pro, children and adults, to take the plunge for a great cause: better mental health for everyone in Calderdale!

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We are Calderdale's local mental health charity, led by people who have personal experience of emotional distress. With kindness and respect, together we create and provide opportunities for people to understand and build on their strengths to better achieve what they want from their lives.

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What is The Big Swim?

It's a sponsored swim with a purpose. Set your swimming goal, rally your friends and family for support, and gear up to hit the pool. Now introducing a relay option, and The Big Swim Jr. for children ages 15 and below.

Date & Time: 2 PM on Sunday 5th October, 2025

Location: Your local participating pool - Brighouse, Sowerby Bridge or Todmorden

Choose your challenge: 100m, 400m, 800m, 1 mile - or set your own target for an extra challenge

Registration: £15 for ages 16+, £5 for 15 and under

What you'll get: A nifty fundraising pack, custom swim cap and a medal upon completion - plus, our team of staff and volunteers are here to encourage you along the way!

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