The Castle to Castle Challenge

Name: The Castle to Castle Challenge
Brand: WILD SWIM
Price: 149.0 GBP
Availability: InStock

£149.00

Taxes included

The New Forest National Park

5th - 7th June 2026

Approximately 3-4km per day (total distance approximately 12km

Not ready for the full distance? We’ll plan optional shorter routes each day, approximately 1km or 2km, to suit your preference.

Ticket Type

Swim Only

Bring Your Own Tent

Private Room (1x Double)

Private Room (1x Double + 1x Single)

Buy an additional Swim Only space & we'll donate it to someone swimming for charity

No charity bolt-on

Charity bolt-on

The New Forest National Park

5th-7th June 2026

Approximately 3-4km per day (total distance approximately 12km

Not ready for the full distance? We’ll plan optional shorter routes each day, approximately 1km or 2km, to suit your preference.

Title

Embark on an epic three-day wild swimming challenge along the south coast, journeying from Highcliffe Castle in Dorset to Hurst Castle in Hampshire. With favourable tides and expert guidance, this unforgettable swim offers the perfect blend of adventure, community, and coastal beauty.

accommodation details

Limited spaces are available at Sandyholme House, Beach Road, Studland. This includes a prepared daily breakfast of cereals, granolas, yogurt, and fruit to get you ready for the day's first swim. If you do not need accommodation, please book a 'swim only' place.

Swim only (no accommodation)

This option allows you to book your own local accommodation. Please note that for this option, you must have access to a car and to WhatsApp

Camping

Bring your own tent or camper and enjoy access to the site’s facilities. Perfect for those seeking a more rustic adventure.

Luxury double private room (for 1)

Enjoy a well-furnished double bedroom at the stunning Seascape Lodge. With its large dining room, fully equipped kitchen, and spacious garden, it’s the perfect place to relax in style. Start each morning with a delightful breakfast hamper, fuelling you for the day ahead.

1 person | 2 nights only £549 per person.

Luxury private room (for 2)

Room with double room plus single/sofa bed

Enjoy a well-furnished double bedroom at the stunning Seascape Lodge. With its large dining room, fully equipped kitchen, and spacious garden, it’s the perfect place to relax in style.

Start each morning with a delightful breakfast hamper, fuelling you for the day ahead.

2 persons | 2 nights only £449 per person.

Included

All swims & activities

post-swim cake

Lifeguards

Breakfast (if staying with us)

itinerary (sUBJECT TO CHANGE)

Day One

Milford Haven to Milford on Sea

Depending on the wind and tide direction, our first day begins with an afternoon walk from Milford Haven to Hurst Castle (time TBC). From there, we’ll enter the water to swim along the beautiful New Forest coastline, guided by our experienced lifeguard team.

Vehicles will be parked strategically to ensure an easy return after the swim.

We’ll wrap up the day with some delicious homemade cake on the beach.

Dinner Options:
Self-cater at your accommodation, or let us help you book a table at one of the area’s best restaurants.

Day Two

Sunrise and Milford to Barton Swim

Depending on wind and tide direction, early risers can marvel at a breath taking New Forest sunrise over the Isle of Wight’s iconic chalk cliffs.

Our swim journey continues as we glide from Milford on Sea to Barton on Sea, passing a picturesque stretch of traditional beach huts, sandstone cliffs, secluded beaches, and curious onlookers along the way.

We’ll finish this scenic swim at one of the area’s excellent cafés, followed, of course, by more of our signature homemade cake.

As the evening sets in, we’ll exclusively hire a heated outdoor pool for a gentle stretch session, ensuring you’re refreshed and ready for the final leg of this incredible adventure.

Day Three

Crossing Borders – Hampshire to Dorset

Depending on wind and tide conditions, the final leg of our adventure takes you across borders, swimming from leafy Hampshire into delightful Dorset. Along the way, you’ll pass renowned surf spots, stretches of golden sand, and a stunning forest backdrop.

Your journey concludes below the majestic Highcliffe Castle, where you’ll celebrate with more delicious homemade cake. To mark the achievement of your personal challenge, you’ll also receive a Tame the Tides sew-on badge as a memento of this unforgettable experience.

FAQ'S

What is the wetsuit situation?

You do not need to wear a wetsuit, however we will always recommend it. If you choose to not wear a wetsuit, you must decide this in advance and complete an additional acknowledgement of risk.

Can I wear a tow float?

Absolutley! We encourage tow floats.

Can I change my event/distance?

You can choose to change your distance up to 1 week in advance, there is a £6 admin fee per change (plus increased rate if going up a class).

When do entries close?

Entries will close 1 week week prior to the event, or when the event reaches capacity, whichever is soonest.

What do I do with my stuff?

We offer a bag drop service at £5 per item. Please be aware that this may be really busy and that you may prefer to leave kit in your car.

What if I can't attend?

Bookings are fully refundable within 14 days of booking

In the event of cancellation by the client, the booking is not refundable, but we may transfer your booking to another name with more than 28 days notice (£6 admin fee).

The Wild Swimming Co. works hard to deliver events that are as safe as possible. The safety of our participants and staff is always our priority. There are inherent risks and challenges of swimming in the sea, river or lakes, which can lead to situations where event cancellation, rescheduling or reformatting is required.

We may have to cancel an event if circumstances beyond our reasonable control arise, including, without limitation, war, civil or political unrest, terrorism, adverse weather or poor water quality.

If circumstances beyond our control require us to cancel the event, then The Wild Swimming Co. has no responsibility for any costs you have incurred and unfortunately won’t be able to issue a refund on your ticket purchase.

What if the weather is poor?

If the weather is poor, we'll plan to go ahead, the route may change depending on conditions. We cannot refund you for disinclination to attend.

Bookings are fully refundable within 14 days of booking

We may have to cancel an event if circumstances beyond our reasonable control arise, including, without limitation, war, civil or political unrest, terrorism, adverse weather or poor water quality.

When will I receive final information?

We'll be in touch 1 month prior to the event, we'll give you final information and collect your medical details and wetsuit choices. Please look out for this, non response may result in your entry being withdrawn.