Swim 4 Oran - Charity Open Water Swim, Lough Neagh

What to Expect

Swim 4 Oran is an annual charity open water swim and memorial event held at the Lough Neagh Discovery Centre on Oxford Island, near Lurgan, in September. Hosted by Lurgan Masters and Open Water Swimming Club in conjunction with the Children’s Heartbeat Trust, the event draws swimmers of all abilities to the shores of Lough Neagh for a fun charity challenge. The exact 2026 date will be confirmed closer to the event - typically held on a Saturday in early to mid-September.

Good to Know

• Annual September event at Oxford Island, Lurgan; 2026 date to be confirmed - check communityni.org.

• Charity swim in aid of the Children’s Heartbeat Trust.

• Organised by Lurgan Masters and Open Water Swimming Club.

• Oxford Island has parking, toilets and visitor centre facilities.

Getting There

Oxford Island is signposted from the M1 motorway (junction 10) near Lurgan. The Lough Neagh Discovery Centre is within the reserve.