Jim O'Connor Memorial Swim returns for fourth year

The Jim O'Connor Memorial Castle to Castle Swim will return for its fourth year on Saturday, August 22, 2026.

Since its launch in 2023, the 13.5km swim has raised over €215,000 helping Pieta continue to provide free, life-saving support to those impacted by suicide and self-harm during this time.

Participants swim from Rindoon Castle in Roscommon to Athlone Castle in Westmeath, following a scenic and historic route that has become popular with open-water swimmers from Ireland and beyond.

Jim, who died in 2018, swam the length of Lough Ree without a wetsuit in 2012, completing an incredible 34km distance in just over 13 hours. Jim was passionate about open water swimming and supporting his community, and this event continues his legacy.

The swim is open to a maximum of 40 solo swimmers and 20 relay teams with a registration date soon to be announced.

For further information visit www.castletocastleswim.ie.