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Swim Duro

Name: Swim Duro
Start: 2026-12-13
End: 2026-12-13
Location: Smethwick, UK
Rating: 4.95

Location

Smethwick, UK

Date

13th December '26

4 Entry Options

1000m

3000m

5000m

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Rating Highlights

5.00 /5

Swag

5.00 /5

Event Safety

5.00 /5

Course Navigation

Rating Overview

All Time Average

4.95

2025 Average

4.95

Rating Breakdown

Pre-event communication

4.93

Event Logistics

4.93

Supporting Staff

5.00

Event Safety

5.00

Course Navigation

5.00

Water Quality

5.00

Aid Stations

5.00

Swag

5.00

Sustainability

4.64

Facilities

5.00

Finish Area

4.93

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Features & Characteristics

Degree of Challenge

Challenging

50% of reviews

Atmosphere

Small & Intimate

93% of reviews

Location

Urban & City

100% of reviews

Swimming

Pool

100% of reviews

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Frequently asked questions

When is Swim Duro?

The next edition of Swim Duro takes place on 13 December 2026.

Where does Swim Duro take place?

Swim Duro takes place in Smethwick, UK.

What distances does Swim Duro offer?

Entry options include: 1000m, 3000m, 5000m, 10000m.

How is Swim Duro rated by runners?

Swim Duro has an average rating of 4.95 out of 5 from 14 verified participant reviews on Racecheck.

What is Swim Duro like?

Based on participant reviews, runners describe it as: Challenging (50% of reviews), Small & Intimate (93% of reviews), Urban & City (100% of reviews), Pool (100% of reviews).

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5.0

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Richard F.

5.0

· 2025 10000m ·

Really enjoyable event. My first 10K. Format works very well with the laps of 1K. Does not get boring compared to just swimming in a single lane. Great, well equipped venue.

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Christopher L.

5.0

· 2025 5000m ·

a fantastic event, well run, well organised, would do again!

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James A.

4.7

· 2025 10000m ·

Looking forward to next years event

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John G.

5.0

· 2025 3000m ·

Honestly, I don't particulary enjoy swimming but I get a satisfaction when getting out of the pool (I suppose not drowning is an achievement!) The furthest that I have swam in the past approx 2000m so I was a bit worried I wouldnt complete, that my pace wouldnt be good enough. an email to Stuart put my mind at ease. onto the event armed with my goggles, earplugs and jammers water bottle oh and of course Garmin, i set about my swim, taking each 20 lengths in there stride, ignoring the "nutrition" set up on the side, I completed my swim, at the end when collecting my medal I couldnt believe what was on offer, literally it could have been an all inclusive buffet with a swim. the swag bag was a nice touch, my children helped me out with the haribos & freddo! the remainder will get used during my future training. On to next year, I thining of entering again possibly the 5000m. Stuart & team you did a great job... longest distance on Garmin (also over-reaching) & Strava & I wasnt sick or didnt drown!

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Julia T.

4.9

· 2025 10000m ·

Very supportive event staff. Great venue

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Robert L.

4.8

· 2025 5000m ·

Great event, lots of fun

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Dean M.

5.0

· 2025 10000m ·

The course was perfectly marked, the facilities were great and the entire event was flawlessly managed. Highly recommended!

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Jennifer K.

5.0

· 2025 10000m ·

Great but challenging event. Friendly and professionally run event for swimmers of all levels.

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Emma S.

5.0

· 2025 5000m ·

A well organised event at a top class venue. It was a great experience to be able to swim in this fantastic pool. I was a bit nervous as a slower swimmer that I would feel out of place, but I should not have worried. This is an inclusive event for everyone. Lovely to see so many...

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Mark S.

5.0

· 2025 5000m ·

Excellent event, professional organisation

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