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This is a list of notable successful swims across the English Channel, [1] a straight-line distance of at least 18.2 nautical miles (20.9 mi; 33.7 km). [2] Aerial view of the Strait of Dover. Ted Heaton (in water) being fed by assistants during his 1910 swim. Monument in Dover to Channel swimmers.
Swim the English Channel. The Channel Swimming Association was founded in 1927 and is internationally recognised to observe and authenticate channel swims. Get started
Aug 28, 2019 · Learn about the first and fastest swimmers of the English Channel, the water between the UK and France. Find out what you need to do to attempt this epic challenge and who is trying it now.
Learn about the English Channel, the world's most iconic marathon swim, and its history, records, and traditions. Browse the list of swimmers who have crossed the Channel since 1875 and see their names, nations, ages, organizations, routes, and times.
Jul 15, 2024 · Maya Merhige, a 16-year-old marathon swimmer has successfully conquered the English Channel making her one of the youngest swimmers in history to achieve the Triple Crown of Open Water Swimming.
Aug 27, 2019 · The English Channel is the stretch of water between England and France. The shortest route to swim across it is 21 miles long, but that can change depending on the current. The Channel is...
Oct 13, 2021 · An Australian woman has set a new record for swimming the English Channel by completing her 44th crossing, the most ever by a single swimmer. Chloe McCardel arrived at Pointe de la Courte Dune...
