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Another Great Open Water Development Day at Stanborough Lakes

Swimmers and coaches from across the East Region came together at Stanborough Lakes for the 2026 Regional Open Water Development Day, enjoying a packed programme of learning, development and practical open water experience at one of the Region’s premier open water venues. The event welcomed athletes of all ages and abilities, united by a shared

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Final Day of Volunteers’ Week — Thank You for Making a Difference

On the final day of Volunteer Week, we want to extend our sincere thanks to every volunteer across our region. Your commitment, energy, and generosity are the foundation of our sport and the wider community. Whether on pool deck, behind the scenes, or supporting events, your impact is truly invaluable. To finish Volunteer Week, we

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We’re proud to celebrate another inspiring volunteer from our region

As Volunteer Week continues, we’re proud to recognise one more of the many dedicated volunteers who help make aquatic sport in our region so successful. Their commitment and enthusiasm play a vital role in supporting athletes, clubs, and the wider aquatic community. Interested in getting involved? Reach out to your club and find out how

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East Region Success at the Artistic Swimming Regional Games in Bristol

Friday 29th of May saw the region take a squad of 20 Swimmers to the Artistic Swimming Regional Games, an annual event where all regions field their best 20 Athletes. We have been running development sessions throughout the year, which along with NAG’s and Regional competitions placings have been used to select our squad. The event

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Celebrating Volunteers week

This Volunteers’ Week, we would like to say a huge thank you to all of our incredible volunteers. From coaches and team managers to committee members, officials, poolside helpers, and everyone who works tirelessly behind the scenes, your dedication makes everything we do possible. Your commitment, enthusiasm, and support create opportunities for swimmers of all

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2026 Open Water Championships

Only 2 weeks left until entries close on the 15th June 2026 for the East Region Open Water Championships! Entries have opened for the 2026 Regional Open Water Championships taking place on 12th July at Whitlingham Lakes. Please make sure you have read the 2026 SE ER Open Water Conditions document prior to entering. This

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East Region Para-Swimming Meet 2026

Entries are open for the SEER Para-Swimming Meet being held on Sunday 27th September 2026 at Newmarket Leisure Centre. The closing date for entries is 19th August 2026. Athletes who have been invited to attend classification will receive the classification entry form along with their invite. The Classification form has been designed to ensure those

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Nominations Open for the Jeff Cook Salver Award 2026

The Region is pleased to invite nominations for the 2026 Jeff Cook Salver Award. Originally presented to the Region at its inception in 2005, the Jeff Cook Salver recognises an individual, team, or club that has made an outstanding contribution to the sport within the region. This award celebrates dedication, commitment, and the positive impact

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Masters Open Water Development Day 2026

Spaces still available for this great opportunity! The East Region Masters Leadership Group is holding an Open Water Development Day on Saturday 6th June 2026 at Stanborough Park Water Sports Centre, Stanborough Road, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, AL8 6DF. The day will consist of a classroom presentation, lake session and a race simulation. The estimated

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SEER Open Water Development Day

Spaces still available for this great opportunity! The East Region hosts an annual Open Water Development Day for swimmers aged 12 – 14 years. We now have spaces available for athletes to attend the East Region Open Water Development Day on Saturday 6th June 2026 at Stanborough Park Water Sports Centre, Stanborough Road, Welwyn Garden

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East Region Disability Training Session 7th June 2026

Swim England East Region are holding their next Disability Swimming training session on Sunday 7th June 2026 at Grange Paddocks Leisure Centre, Rye Street, Bishop’s Stortford CM23 2HH from 12.30pm – 4pm. This Session will be focusing on race skills- starts & turns. For more information and to register for the session please go to

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