2026 Age Group and Championships Weekend 2

30 January 2026 in Swimming, Swimming Competition Info

We’re pleased to publish the warm up schedule and session times for Weekend 2 of the 2026 Age Group and Championships.

Programmes are available on the website to download, admission will be pay on the day (card payments only), and all sessions will be live streamed.

Please note: The diving pit is not accessible until after 8:00am on Saturday due to Manchester Aquatics training.


Saturday 7th February

Session 7

Warm Up Schedule

  • 7:30am – 7:45am – Female 14/Under
  • 7:45am – 8:00am – Female 15/Over
  • 8:00am – 8:15am – Open/Male 14/Under
  • 8:15am – 8:30am – Open/Male 15/Over

Session Start: 8:30am


Session 8

Warm Up Schedule

  • 11:40am – 12:00pm – All Female 1500m swimmers

Session Start: 12:00pm


Session 9

Warm Up Schedule

  • 2:00pm – 2:15pm – Female 14/Under
  • 2:15pm – 2:30pm – Female 15/Over
  • 2:30pm – 2:45pm – Open/Male 14/Under
  • 2:45pm – 3:00pm – Open/Male 15/Over

Session Start: 3:00pm


Sunday 9th February

Session 10

Warm Up Schedule

  • 7:30am – 7:45am – Open/Male 14/Under
  • 7:45am – 8:00am – Open/Male 15/Over
  • 8:00am – 8:15am – Female 14/Under
  • 8:15am – 8:30am – Female 15/Over

Session Start: 8:30am


Session 11

Warm Up Schedule

  • 11:20am – 11:40am – All Open/Male 1500m swimmers

Session Start: 11:40am


Session 12

Warm Up Schedule

  • 1:30pm – 1:45pm – Open/Male 14/Under
  • 1:45pm – 2:00pm – Open/Male 15/Over
  • 2:00pm – 2:15pm – Female 14/Under
  • 2:15pm – 2:30pm – Female 15/Over

Session Start: 2:30pm


If you have any questions regarding session times or warm ups, please contact events@swimlancashire.org.uk.

We also still in need of volunteers, if you please email – events@swimlancashire.org.uk.

Allergy Notice – Weekend 2

We have been notified that a swimmer competing on both days of Weekend 2 has a severe nut allergy. Coaches and Team Managers are aware and precautions are in place.

We kindly ask all clubs and spectators to avoid bringing nut products into the venue if possible.

Thank you for your support and cooperation.

2026 Age Group and Championships Results and Live Stream

24 January 2026 in Swimming, Swimming Results

All the start lists, results, live results, streams etc can be found on the link below

We will once again be live streaming the event via YouTube please use the link below.

Calling All Volunteers – Age Group & Championships 2026 Weekend One

21 January 2026 in Swimming

The 2026 Swim Lancashire Age Group & Championships are almost here, and we need your support to make the first weekend a fantastic experience for our swimmers, coaches, team manager, officials and spectators!

Weekend One Dates:
Saturday 24th & Sunday 25th January 2026
Manchester Aquatic Centre
This year’s Championships will again bring together swimmers from across the county to compete in an exciting Long Course event across two weekends.

Can You Help?

We are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to assist with roles including (but not limited to):

  • Marshalling and stewarding
  • Warm-up area support
  • Team liaison & general event support
  • Spectator and information desk duties

Whether you can spare a few hours or a full session, your time makes a real difference to the smooth running of the event.

Why Volunteer?

  • Be part of one of the region’s key swimming events of the year
  • Support young athletes in achieving their best
  • Gain valuable volunteer experience
  • Meet other members of the swimming community

How To Sign Up

If you are available to help on Saturday 24th January and/or Sunday 25th January, please let us know by contacting:

info@swimlancashire.org.uk

Please include:

  • Your name
  • Contact details
  • Which day(s) and session(s) you can help

Some roles may require a current DBS check — please indicate this in your email if relevant.


Thank you in advance to everyone who gives up their time — we couldn’t run this event without you!

2026 Age Group and Championships Weekend 1

20 January 2026 in Swimming, Swimming Competition Info

We’re pleased to publish the warm up schedule and session times for Weekend 1 of the 2026 Age Group and Championships.

Programmes are available below, admission will be pay on the day (card payments accepted), and all sessions will be live streamed.


Saturday 24th January

Session 1

Warm Up Schedule

  • 8:00am – 8:15am – Female 14/Under
  • 8:15am – 8:30am – Female 15/Over
  • 8:30am – 8:45am – Open/Male 14/Under
  • 8:45am – 9:00am – Open/Male 15/Over

Session Start: 9:00am


Session 2

Warm Up Schedule

  • 1:45pm – 2:10pm – All Open/Male 800m swimmers

Session Start: 2:10pm


Session 3

Warm Up Schedule

Warm Up Schedule

  • 3:20pm – 3:35pm – Open/Male 14/Under
  • 3:35pm – 3:50pm – Open/Male 15/Over
  • 3:50pm – 4:05pm – Female 14/Under
  • 4:05pm – 4:20pm – Female 15/Over

Session Start: 4:20pm


Sunday 25th January

Session 4

Warm Up Schedule

  • 7:30am – 7:45am – Open / Male 14 / Under
  • 7:45am – 8:00am – Open / Male 15 / Over
  • 8:00am – 8:15am – Female 14 / Under
  • 8:15am – 8:30am – Female 15 / Over

Session Start: 8:30am


Session 5

Warm Up Schedule

  • 1:10pm – 1:30pm – All Female 800m swimmers

Session Start: 1:30pm


Session 6

Warm Up Schedule

  • 3:15pm – 3:30pm – Female 14/Under
  • 3:30pm – 3:45pm – Female 15/Over
  • 3:45pm – 4:00pm – Open/Male 14/Under
  • 4:00pm – 4:15pm – Open/Male 15/Over

Session Start: 4:15pm


If you have any questions regarding session times or warm ups, please contact events@swimlancashire.org.uk.

2026 Age Group and Championships Accepted Entries

20 January 2026 in Swimming, Swimming Competition Info

We’re pleased to publish the accepted entries for the 2026 Age Group and Championships.

Please find the attached file below listing all accepted swimmers and their events for this year’s Championships.

If you have any questions or notice any issues with the entries, please contact us at events@swimlancashire.org.uk.

Good luck to all competitors, and we look forward to seeing you over the coming weekends at the Manchester Aquatic Centre for an exciting weekend of swimming!

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2026 Age Group and Championships Updated Entry File

9 January 2026 in Swimming, Swimming Competition Info

Please find the new entry file linked below.

This updated entry file now allows the required conversions. If you were using the previous version and were unable to convert entries, particularly in relation to long course conversions, this issue has now been resolved.

All users are advised to download and use the new entry file going forward, as the previous version does not support long course conversions and may continue to cause conversion issues.

If you have already experienced difficulties with conversions using the old entry file, please re-submit using the updated version.

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2026 Age Group and Championships Merchandise

10 December 2025 in Swimming, Swimming Competition Info

We are delighted to announce that Swim Lancashire has once again partnered with Mak Swimwear to bring you an exciting range of exclusive 2026 Age Group & Championship merchandise!

This year’s commemorative collection includes, hoodies, t-shirts and swim caps.

All items are specially designed for the 2026 Championships and make the perfect keepsake for swimmers, coaches, and supporters.

All kit must be ordered online
Please note that we are unable to sell merchandise at the Championships, and no stock will be available to purchase on the day. Be sure to place your order in advance to avoid disappointment.

Order your 2026 Championship Kit here

Thank you for your support, and we look forward to seeing you at the Age Group and Championships in your new Lancashire merch!

2026 Age Group and Championships Conditions and Entry

9 December 2025 in Swimming, Swimming Competition Info

Please find below the programme, conditions, entry forms and disability qualifying times as well as the already published consideration times.

All entries must be emailed to events@swimlancashire.org.uk by the closing date of Wednesday 14 January 2026.

2025 Annual General Meeting Join Online

2 December 2025 in Uncategorized

Our 2025 AGM will be held on Tuesday 2 December 2025, 7:15 pm (meeting from 7:00 pm). The venue is The Mount Hotel (160–162 Orrell Road, Wigan, WN5 8HQ) — but if you can’t make it in person, you can still join us online!

Anyone can spectate — join the event a head of time to watch the meeting live via a public Microsoft Teams Live Event.
Online attendees can submit questions via the Teams Q&A section only.
Attendee names will be recorded for our official records.

Join the AGM live here: https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_MDdjMmI3MzUtMmM2YS00NzM1LTkwZGQtNTc0YjhmNjQyZTQz%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22491a889f-c89c-4e66-8ecd-4db2a0497766%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%2218a6f68f-c5c1-4f43-aa80-3b74436bf34f%22%7d

Whether you’re with a club member, committee member, coach, official or simply interested in county-wide sport governance please connect and get involved.

2025 Annual General Meeting

19 October 2025 in Annual General Meeting

The Annual General Meeting of Lancashire County Water Polo & Swimming Association will be held on Tuesday 2 December 2025 7:00 pm for a 7:15 pm start, at

The Mount Hotel, 160 – 162 Orrell Road, Orrell, Wigan, WN5 8HQ (TBC)

We are hoping that delegates will be able to join us online if they are unable to attend in person.

Enclosed is a nomination form (please photocopy as required) for the Election of Officers for the positions listed.

All nominations to be sent to the Hon. Secretary no later than Thursday 13 November.

We do need more people to come forward and be on the Executive Committee. It is not easy working with a few as the job load can be a burden. Please do ask around your club for anyone who is interested. If you need any information do not hesitate to ask.

Positions For Nominations:

  • President
  • Vice President
  • Hon. Secretary
  • Hon Treasurer
  • Hon. Swimming Committee Secretary
  • Executive Committee

Please complete the Club Contact form (if changed) and send to me in order that records can be updated.

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