Photo: Llywelyn2000, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photo: Llywelyn2000, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Hurly Burly
Swimming on 4 September 2027, in the United Kingdom
Hurly Burly is a 10 km swim up the Mawddach Estuary in North Wales, starting on Barmouth beach and riding the incoming tide under Barmouth Bridge to the finish at Penmaenpool, with the mountains of Eryri all around. Wild and fast, it closes Level Water’s river season and raises money for the charity’s work teaching disabled children to swim.
- Date
- 4 September 2027
- Start
- Barmouth beach
- Water
- Estuary
- Course
- 10 km
Hurly Burly is a 10 km swim up the Mawddach Estuary in North Wales, starting on Barmouth beach and riding the incoming tide under Barmouth Bridge to the finish at Penmaenpool, with the mountains of Eryri all around. Wild and fast, it closes Level Water’s river season and raises money for the charity’s work teaching disabled children to swim.
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We build the whole trip around the race: a stay near the start, the days before it and the ones after. An expert replies on WhatsApp or by email.
Hotels near Hurly Burly
5 stays near the start · 2-5 Sept, 2 adults. Pick a base and we build the whole trip around it.
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Where to stay for Hurly Burly
For Hurly Burly, stay in Barmouth, close to the start on Barmouth beach. The swim covers 10 km up the Mawddach Estuary to Penmaenpool, so a base near the start puts you close to the beach before setting off under Barmouth Bridge with the incoming tide. The Tilman is 0.3 km from the the start.
Base yourself near Barmouth beach for the start of Hurly Burly. The 10 km swim follows the Mawddach Estuary to Penmaenpool, passing under Barmouth Bridge with the incoming tide. The Tilman is the closest listed hotel, 0.3 km from the the start. Other listed options are Borthwenbnb, 12 km away, Gwesty Minffordd Hotel, 13 km away, and Heulwen Guest House, 16 km away. Compare the distances with your plans for race morning and choose a stay that works for your group. The event starts on the beach, so staying near Barmouth gives you a base close to the start.
When to book
For Hurly Burly on 4 September 2027, book once your place or travel plans are confirmed. Secure the nights before the swim first if you want to stay near Barmouth beach for the start. Check each hotel's cancellation terms before booking, so you know what applies if your plans change.
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Hurly Burly: questions
What to know before you book a stay for Hurly Burly.
Stay near Barmouth beach, where the 10 km swim starts. The Tilman is 0.3 km from the the start, while Borthwenbnb is 12 km away.
Book once your place or travel plans are confirmed, and secure the nights before the swim first. Check the cancellation terms before you book.
The swim starts on Barmouth beach and finishes at Penmaenpool. It follows the Mawddach Estuary under Barmouth Bridge with the incoming tide.
Hurly Burly is a 10 km swim up the Mawddach Estuary. It closes Level Water’s river season and raises money for the charity’s work teaching disabled children to swim.
