On 1st August 2021 we moved venue from Collingwood Dock to Princes Dock.
Big thanks to Complete Training Solutions for their support from 2018 to 2021 at Collingwood Dock.
Big thanks to Complete Training Solutions for their support from 2018 to 2021 at Collingwood Dock.
Fabulous Princes Dock
31 JUL 2021
The Last Race At Collingwood Dock
With course record holder, David Johnston, unable to attend, we were destined for a new champion...
It was a GOLD & BRONZE for Sam Holland & Daniela Gelmetti, both of Wavelength Swimming. While Joe Niven of MerseyTri took the SILVER and 1st skins! Full provisional results below.
It was a GOLD & BRONZE for Sam Holland & Daniela Gelmetti, both of Wavelength Swimming. While Joe Niven of MerseyTri took the SILVER and 1st skins! Full provisional results below.
| Results_31_July.pdf |
INTRO COURSE
Not yet confident with open water swimming? Attend our Introduction to Open Water Swimming course.
PRINCES DOCK
We are "moving" to Princes Dock! Find out more here.
2KM RACE RESULTS
David Johnston continued his dominance of the dock to take 1st place, whilst Keelan McCorriston (North Endurance) wasn't too far behind in 2nd. Emma Shallcross (MerseyTri) claimed 3rd place and 1st female. Andrew Chestnutt was first skins once again.
David & Andrew win a free place at the Princes Dock 4km, Keelan & Emma win 50% off. This will be held at Princes Dock, date TBC.
David & Andrew win a free place at the Princes Dock 4km, Keelan & Emma win 50% off. This will be held at Princes Dock, date TBC.
| Collingwood_2km_Results.pdf |
Collingwood regulars Jan & Lisa were successful in their Channel swim relay (with Vicky & Tom), raising money for Level Water - please donate here. It took them 13h 47m to reach France, in water temp of 14.6 degrees Celsius.
1KM RACE RESULTS
Pleasant conditions saw some excellent swimming from old and young swimmers. Coach Sam from Wavelength Swimming brought down a great squad of swimmers from Shropshire, while there were plenty of familiar Collingwood faces.
David Johnston built on his COOL MILE win with another victory in a time of 13m 47s. First skins went to Collingwood regular, Andrew Chestnutt, who is currently training for a solo crossing of the channel. Daniela Gelmetti from Wavelength Swimming took 2nd place, whilst Gary Davies claimed the bronze position.
Top 3 & First skins all win free entry to the Collingwood 2km. Date tbc.
David Johnston built on his COOL MILE win with another victory in a time of 13m 47s. First skins went to Collingwood regular, Andrew Chestnutt, who is currently training for a solo crossing of the channel. Daniela Gelmetti from Wavelength Swimming took 2nd place, whilst Gary Davies claimed the bronze position.
Top 3 & First skins all win free entry to the Collingwood 2km. Date tbc.
| 1km_Results.pdf |
COOL MILE RESULTS
Great conditions, great swimmers, water temp 10.8, and possibly the first open water swimming event in the UK for 2021.
David Johnston was overall winner in 22m 49s, with Sue Haines winning the skins category, and overall 3rd, with 25m 10s. Both win 50% off the original COOL MILE in Tal Y Llyn.
Eliza Radclyffe was fastest U18 and 2nd overall, while Barbara Rigby took fastest Over 65, 11th overall. Full results below.
David Johnston was overall winner in 22m 49s, with Sue Haines winning the skins category, and overall 3rd, with 25m 10s. Both win 50% off the original COOL MILE in Tal Y Llyn.
Eliza Radclyffe was fastest U18 and 2nd overall, while Barbara Rigby took fastest Over 65, 11th overall. Full results below.
| RESULTS.pdf |
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TRAINING POOL
The heated indoor pool is ideal for tethered swim coaching sessions. Enquire for booking.
RULES & PROCEDURES
- Please keep the site-entrance gate closed
- No more than 3 in the changing rooms
- You must book and pay online
- Please abide by social distancing rules
- Hand gel for sanitisation available
- Post-swim - don't hang around on the pontoon. There is more space in the car park/decking for a chat
- Beginners/less confident in open water should attend our Introduction to Open Water Course or 1 to 1 coaching before booking a swim
- Course routes: 300m & 400m, and a 150m loop for coaching
- The entry/exit point is the ladder this is the only pinch point. You may also do a "muscle up" exit onto the pontoon.
- No refunds
- No spectators. We are open specifically as an exercise venue and these are the terms of its use.
- At the booking page you will be asked to provide any medical conditions & emergency contact. Once you have done this once you do not need to repeat, just state "no change", unless of course something has changed
- If it's your first time at Collingwood Dock be sure to introduce yourself to Mike
COACHING
Paul Martin, Head Coach of NORTH ENDURANCE will be providing group coached swim sessions on Monday evenings from 12 Apr. Paul is an experienced triathlete, IRONMAN and Ultramarathon runner, as well as being a fully qualified BTF Level 2 Coach.
Sessions will vary as the seasons progresses, incorporating:
- Returning to swimming, developing a feel for the water while building swim strength and fitness
- OW & swim technique
- OW race skills including drafting, sighting, and buoy turns
- Speed & endurance work
- Race Pacing
- 1-hour group session
- Warm-Up
- Drills, Skills, and Main set
- Warm Down
- Coach support & feedback
Booking & full details here.
PARKING
If you are driving please park "pointing home", parking is including in your entry fee. We also encourage "active travel" - there is a safe space to lock your bike on site.
ADDRESS
Complete Training Solutions, Collingwood Dock, Regent Rd, Liverpool L3 0AH
The venue is river side of the Tobacco Warehouse, a Grade II listed building, and the world's largest brick-built warehouse, completed in 1901. The Victoria Clock Tower also looms large over Collingwood Dock.
Complete Training Solutions, Collingwood Dock, Regent Rd, Liverpool L3 0AH
The venue is river side of the Tobacco Warehouse, a Grade II listed building, and the world's largest brick-built warehouse, completed in 1901. The Victoria Clock Tower also looms large over Collingwood Dock.
Not tried swimrun yet? You've got a lot to look forward to! In the meantime we have thick silicone WESWIMRUN swimming hats and our ever popular BUFFs available to buy:
WATER QUALITY
Our March 2021 bathing water quality test has come back from Precision Analysis graded as EXCELLENT (Environment Agency standards of inland water quality). If you want a copy of the data then just let us know via email: [email protected]
Thanks to Eliza for making and sharing this fun video of one of her sessions in the pool:
2020 RACES
08 Oct 2020
Another magical evening at Collingwood saw some strong swimming in a cool 13 degrees. Local girl Eliza claimed first ahead of Gavin (Australia), and Maarten (Holland). Quite an international podium! Great to see a couple of new faces (Gareth & Anthony).
Another magical evening at Collingwood saw some strong swimming in a cool 13 degrees. Local girl Eliza claimed first ahead of Gavin (Australia), and Maarten (Holland). Quite an international podium! Great to see a couple of new faces (Gareth & Anthony).
You can also download the results in pdf format:
| Collingwood_800m_Results.pdf |
27 Sep 2020
It's estimated that Liverpool Castle was built in 1232, thus the 1232m race! Collingwood legends Myka Heard and Janet Halewood led the pack, while Phil Dowd took 3rd place and first male.
It's estimated that Liverpool Castle was built in 1232, thus the 1232m race! Collingwood legends Myka Heard and Janet Halewood led the pack, while Phil Dowd took 3rd place and first male.
20 Sep 2020
Collingwood Dock was built in 1848, naturally we bring you a 1848m race (3 laps of a 616m course). Barry Williams of Mersey Triathlon Club cruised to victory, with Ben Francis & Emma Shallcross claiming Silver & Bronze respectively. Jan Rigby won first skins.
Collingwood Dock was built in 1848, naturally we bring you a 1848m race (3 laps of a 616m course). Barry Williams of Mersey Triathlon Club cruised to victory, with Ben Francis & Emma Shallcross claiming Silver & Bronze respectively. Jan Rigby won first skins.
Swim To The Clock Series
Racing came back strong at Collingwood Dock in our Swim To The Clock Series. Eliza Radclyffe from City Of Liverpool Swimming Club won the 1km, Keelan McCorriston from North Endurance won the 1.5km, then Eliza struck back pipping Ben Francis from Mersey Tri to take the 2km title and claim the overall series win.
Well done to all swimmers, special mention to Eliza, Myka, Felicity, Ralph, Jan, Barbara and Alexander who took on all 3 distances, full results here:
Well done to all swimmers, special mention to Eliza, Myka, Felicity, Ralph, Jan, Barbara and Alexander who took on all 3 distances, full results here:
Series Cumulative Points:
| series_points.pdf |
Big thanks to Colting for providing some winners prizes. Colting Wetsuits was set up by Swedish swimrun legend Jonas Colting, the only person to compete in every OtillO World Championships since it started in 2006, He's quite good at triathlon too.
LEVEL WATER
When Gift AId is included the Collingwood Team raised £4,920.59 (+ £868.26 Gift Aid) for the charity Level Water, well done all!
FOOTAGE OF OUR FIRST FEW WEEKS BACK
Don't book if:
- You have a fever (over 37.5°C)
- You are coughing at present
- You've recently lost your sense of smell or taste
- You've been in contact with somebody who has had any of these symptoms
- You've been in contact with somebody who has COVID-19
- You've been diagnosed with COVID-19
- You live in a household with somebody who has been diagnosed with COVID-19
- You have a severe medical condition like diabetes, respiratory disease, chronic kidney disease, etc.
Thank you for your support, co-operation and encouragement during this difficult time.
"Very enjoyable, friendly swim in historic surroundings, tobacco warehouse and bascule bridge. Organisers very welcoming. Created interesting swim with good safety cover. Would recommend to anyone who enjoys open water swimming" - Steven
"Well run course, staff are really friendly and understanding of different abilities. Would highly recommend to anyone starting off in open water swimming." - John (Introduction to Open Water Swimming course)
"Well run course, staff are really friendly and understanding of different abilities. Would highly recommend to anyone starting off in open water swimming." - John (Introduction to Open Water Swimming course)
OUR 2019 RACES:
The Historic Docks 2km
The second 2km took place on 21st September 2019 in glorious sunshine. We managed to top up our BLOODWISE fundraising total to over £340! Full race results here.
The first 2km took place on the 27th July - well done to all for braving the rain!
- Wetsuit - 1st Keelan McCorriston; 2nd Alex Ward; 3rd Dean Hanwell
- Skins - 1st Emily Brown; 2nd Matthew Davenport; 3rd Jan RIgby
| The_Historic_Docks_2km_Results.pdf |
The Historic Docks 1km
The 1km took place on 30th May with MerseyTri athletes performing well in the wetsuit category, and a ChesterFrostie busting out the breaststroke in skins.
- Wetsuit - 1st Greg Thomas; 2nd Barry Williams; 3rd Gary Nimno
- Skins - 1st Matthew Davenport
Safety Rules
Your safety is very important to us. We ask you to read and comply with are general safety rules:
| General_Safety_Rules.pdf |
ADDRESS
Complete Training Solutions, Collingwood Dock, Regent Rd, Liverpool L3 0AH
If you need a good landmark to aim for the venue is river side of the Tobacco Warehouse, a Grade II listed building, and the world's largest brick-built warehouse, completed in 1901.
Complete Training Solutions, Collingwood Dock, Regent Rd, Liverpool L3 0AH
If you need a good landmark to aim for the venue is river side of the Tobacco Warehouse, a Grade II listed building, and the world's largest brick-built warehouse, completed in 1901.
Photo Gallery
Our flickr album has a selection of photos from Collingwood Dock Swims here.
Charity Fundraising
Our swims have raised £4,920.59 (+ £868.26 Gift Aid) for Level Water, and £607.50 for BLOODWISE and Action on Pre-Eclampsia. Well done all, and particular thanks to Julie for her support. We are also supporting Surfers Against Sewage.
Step Back in Time
~ Victoria Clock Tower looks on, great for sighting ~
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Victoria Clock Tower was designed by Jesse Hartley and was constructed in the 1840s, to commemorate the opening of Salisbury Dock. It's design was based upon an earlier drawing by Philip Hardwick.
Often referred to as the 'docker's clock', it was built as an aid to ships in the port, as it allowed them to set the correct time as they sailed out into the Irish Sea, while its bell warned of impending meteorological changes such as high tide and fog. Upon its completion is also served as a flat for the Pier Master. In 1975, the building was added to the Statutory List of Buildings of Special Architectural or Historic Interest with Grade II status. |
Blue Nose
Cold water swimming can result in a blue nose.
Bramley Moore Dock is 2 docks to the North of Collingwood
