Hall of fame
completed swims
Matt Dawson
2023: 33hrs 31 mins
New record
Having previously swum the English Channel and set a Season's Best Time at Windermere, Matt set a fantastic new record at The13 in aid of Access Sport.
To read more about Matt's swim, and other adventures, check out his blog.
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danny longman
2021: 41hrs 7 mins
New record
Danny's second completion, this time sensibly opting to be driven between lakes rather than cycling. During the swim, Danny taised money for Leeds North and West Foodbank in memory of a friend.
This adventure was only possible with the help of many Eccles cakes and the incredible support team of Adelina, Mum & Dad, Ben, Clarkey, Dan, Col, Kim, Thommo & Huw.
george taplin
2020: 59 hrs
New record
Raising almost £2,000 for Just a Drop, George set a new fastest time of 59 hours.
danny longman
2019: 78 HRS
NEW RECORD
Invited to join Tom Elliott in his quest to swim the lakes back-to-back while cycling between them, Danny set a new time of 78 hrs.
Thanks to everyone for their support
Clair
Harris
July 2025: 84 hrs
Swimming without a wetsuit and cycling between each lake, Clair completed the challenge at Brothers Water on 15th July 2025, in a time of 84 hrs. Starting this epic adventure on her 60th birthday, she is the first woman to complete the challenge.
Clair raised funds for Muscular Dystrophy UK, inspired by her close friend Nausheen. Clair was supported by family, friends and fellow swimmers from Bray Lake
Adam
BAll
Start 10th May 2025, finished 6th September
120 days
Born with a life expectancy of 30, Adam became the first person with Cystic Fibrosis to complete the 13 and swim all lakes in the Lake District.
To mark his 30th birthday, he took on the swim to raise awareness, inspire others living with CF, and support the Cystic Fibrosis Trust.
His efforts raised £20,000 and earned him the title of North East Charity Champion of the Year 2025.