Welcome to The Big Swim, Brighton.

Today, we look forward to welcoming you and filling your soul with joy!!

This event is brought to you by PinkNicky’s Blog and Sea Lanes.

Take a moment to say hello to our sponsors, as without them this community event could not happen. (they have flowers lays around their necks)

On Arrival:

• Head towards the Sea Lanes entrance and then onto the beach
• Check-in at reception – give them your name
• Scan the QR code on the flags to see the timetable
• The toilets are next to Fika Cafe
• Please keep all your rubbish with you

Timetable:

• 11.00 Meeter and Greeters Briefing
• 11.00 -11.30 Swimmers arrive – Bird&Blend will be handing out tea samples (don’t forget your mugs)
• 11.45 Welcome and Safety Brief
• 12.00: Warm Up
• 12.10: Group Photo and Drone Coverage
• 12.20 Swimmers enter the water – Please do not enter the water until you hear the safety signal
• 1.30 Event closes – Please go to Sea Lanes Event space, if you need to warm up. Please feel free to enjoy your picnic on the beach.
• Blue Response will be with us on the beach with lifeguards and First Aid at all times.

Spread a little happiness:

• Share your snacks
• Say hello to your fellow swimmers
• Feel free to whoop with delight as you enter the water
• If you see anyone on their own, please make them feel welcome
• Wear your most sparkly outfits
• Take a selfie and use the hashtag #thebigswim
• Have a chat with Surfers Against Sewage Reps

 After the Event:

• Share your Big Swim Story – upload your photo and message here. Let us know what action you will be taking to support women in your community.
• Sign up for the Newsletter to read The Big Swim Report (here you can see all the event photos and drone footage)
• Watch out for our next project #makingwaves campaign – our national campaign to attract more women into adventure community.