21 Kilometers of the most beautiful wild water in Ireland
Have you got what it takes to become a Fastnet Swimmer?
We are offering you an unique opportunity to join an ever expanding group of swimmers who have completed the Fastnet Swim. Starting or finishing at the Iconic Fastnet Rock Lighthouse, the 21k Ocean Swim is now recognised as one of the best swims in the world. The swim is now part of the “Irish Triple Crown of Open Water Swimming” and “The Toughest Thirteen” list of world wide swims, it offers all the challenges of a major Channel swim and much much more.
Take the opportunity to touch “Irelands Tear Drop” as you start or finish your swim, the last vestige of Ireland that many immigrants saw as they faced out into the Wild Atlantic, many of whom were never to return again. Swim with the unique wildlife of the South West Coast of Ireland, Dolphins and Whales will keep you company on your journey. Experience the cold updrafts from the deep Atlantic that has tested many a swimmer and prematurely put an end to numerous experienced swimmers Fastnet challenge.
The Lighthouse has been the scene excitement and drama since construction started on this lonely rock in 1853, will you add your name to its unique history? ” Register your interest and we will be in touch with details.
Experienced Crew
Our Skippers have years of experience
History
The Fastnet Rock
Fastnet Rock is one of the most iconic maritime landmarks in the world. The present lighthouse is the tallest and widest anywhere in Ireland or Britain. It is about as rugged as they come. Its Irish name, An Charraig Aonair, means “The Rock that Stands Alone”.
The tide rises 12 feet and currents round the rock at spring tides can attain a force of 3 knots. It is a very rare occurrence for the water to be sufficiently smooth to enable people to step out onto the rock, averaging about 12 tides a year.
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Our Swimmers
For years swimmers familiar with the tides around the Fastnet Rock and lighthouse have been under the impression that the swim could not possibly be done. The southernmost point of Ireland, 51.3889° N, 9.6036° W, even sailboats have trouble racing off Fastnet Rock.
August 2011, Steven Redmond made history conquering the 21km iconic swim and now the pathway lies for future swimmers to follow in his swimstream.
Marie
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Nigel
Irish
JD Marks
Irish
Grainne Moss
New Zealand
Graham
Irish
Grace McGloughlin
Northern Irish
Testimonials
Swimmer Talk
Noel Browne and the gang are a brilliant bunch and have helped so many people get into openwater swimming in West Cork. They know these waters like the back of their hands and I would trust their judgement of conditions, currents and tides implicitly. The Fastnet Rock / Carraig Aonair / Ireland's Teardrop is 'the' iconic symbol of Ireland's south coast and a swim from here either as part of a relay team or on a solo swim should be on the bucket list of every serious openwater swimmer around the world.
Kieran our superb skipper, Noel, Nathan, Steve & Nicola our fantastic crew - thank you so much. From start to finish every single aspect that you guys had control of made an exceptional and unforgettable adventure last Thursday. Continued success to you all, and all Fastnet Swimmers. Go raigh mile maith agat. Xx
About Us
We Provide the Perfect Solution for Marathon Swimmer
Fastnet Swim is an organization and governing body that helps organize, plan, observe, and ratify marathon swims around Fastnet Rock in Ireland, a 21 km open water swim that starts at Fastnet Rock and finishes at Baltimore pier in Ireland. It is 21 kilometers of some of the most beautiful wild water that Ireland has to offer. They also organize and assist in other open water swimming adventures in the West Cork Region of Ireland.