Join Team FareShare North East at the Coventry Building Society Great North Swim and take on the 1 mile open water challenge this summer.

12- 14 June 2026 Lake Windermere, Lake District

The 1 Mile distance is suitable for swimmers of all abilities. You will swim the equivalent of 64 lengths of a 25m pool and the average time to complete this distance is 40 minutes. Choose a leisurely breaststroke while taking in the scenery or kick into crawl for a faster time. You must be 16 years or above to enter this event.

Why swim for us?

Every year, thousands of tonnes of good food go to waste – food that could be enjoyed by people and communities across the North East.

By swimming with us, you’ll help:

  • Save good food from going to waste
  • Support charities and community groups across the region
  • Reduce the environmental impact of food waste

Your strokes won’t just get you to the shore – they’ll help keep good food moving where it’s needed most.

What you’ll get

  • A guaranteed place in the 1 mile Great North Swim
  • An optional behind-the-scenes depot visit to see how surplus food is sorted and shared across the region
  • post-race meet-up with Team FareShare, including a group photo to celebrate your achievement
  • A “fuelled by FareShare” food moment after the race – a chance to refuel and experience the kind of good food you’re helping save and share
  • Support from our team to help you reach your fundraising target

What we ask from you

  • A registration fee of £20
  • A commitment to raise £250

Every pound raised helps us rescue more good food and get it to where it’s needed most.

Limited places available

We have just 10 charity places, so we encourage you to apply early.

Prefer pavements to water? Our Great North Run places are now open!

How to Enter

Grab your place by completing the short form below and a member of our team will be in touch.

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