Club Championship Challenge at Ardingly – Swim the Lake 2026
Tri Tempo members made the trip to Ardingly this summer for one of our 2026 Club Championship events, taking on the popular Swim the Lake open water races hosted by Mid Sussex Triathlon Club.
Held across two separate race days, the event provided very different conditions and an excellent test of open water swimming skills.
Round One – June's Chilly Challenge
The first event in June saw competitors greeted by much cooler weather, adding an extra layer of toughness to the swim. Despite the challenging conditions, Tri Tempo's swimmers put in some fantastic performances.
The standout result came from Eloise, who produced an outstanding swim to claim 1st place in the Women's 1500m event, stopping the clock in an impressive 26:25. A superb achievement and a well-deserved victory against a strong field.
Round Two – Summer Arrives
By the time the second event arrived in July, Ardingly presented a completely different picture. Sunshine greeted competitors and the lake temperature had climbed to a very pleasant 25°C, making for ideal swimming conditions.
The warmer weather attracted another strong turnout and provided the perfect opportunity for our club members to continue their Club Championships while enjoying one of the South East's most scenic open water venues.
Tri Tempo Members Taking Part
A fantastic representation from Tri Tempo attended across the two race weekends:
Eloise
Jamie
Rachel
Simon
Claudia
Dave
Nathan
Ethan
Whether racing for podium places, Club Championship points or simply enjoying a great day of open water swimming, every athlete contributed to a strong Tri Tempo presence at the event.
Thanks to Mid Sussex Triathlon Club
A huge thank you goes to Mid Sussex Triathlon Club for organising another excellent Swim the Lake event. The races were well run, welcoming and professionally delivered, providing a great experience for swimmers of all abilities.
For the full results and more information about the event, visit the official Swim the Lake results page:
As the Club Championship season continues, it's fantastic to see so many Tempo members getting involved, supporting one another and representing the club so positively.
Congratulations to everyone who took part, and particularly to Eloise for bringing home a race win for Tri Tempo!
Enjoy some of the photos from the event below!
