The TenFoot Swim, dubbed by many of the competitors in the inaugural 2017 event as ‘the toughest sea swim in Wales’ returns this July 21 for its second year.

Set against the picturesque backdrop of Tenby’s famous North Beach and boat-filled harbour, the TenFoot is designed by the organisers for the serious competitor to challenge themselves in what has already become a ‘must-do’ event for the ultra-competitive swimmer.

Dubbed as a swim, and not a race, the purpose of the swim is to challenge yourself, rather than compete against others.

The swim itself is a 5km open sea course, that begins in Tenby, but ends in neighbouring village of Saundersfoot, hence the name TenFoot.

In 2017, the event received rave reviews not only for the challenge it posed the competitors, but also for its efforts in providing safety to all of the swimmers in the water.

This year will see the field increase in competitor size to fit demand, with the organisers keen to stress that whilst the participant numbers have gone up so have the number of safety boats that will be in the water this year.

The swim will take place on Saturday, July 21 (or in the event of bad weather on the day the event will be moved to Saturday, August 4), and the organisers would also like to announce that entry into this year’s race is now officially open, with more information on how to take part available on the official TenFoot website.

The race concept was created by the team that also run the annual New Year’s Day Swim in Saundersfoot, so the event is primarily geared up as a charity event, with all proceeds going to Wales Air Ambulance, The Dai Rees Foundation and a charity yet to be chosen by public vote. All competitors will get free entry to the charity concert, and the event itself is coupled with an accompanying trek, run and a concert will take place on Saturday, July 21.

In its second year, local holiday lettings agency, FBM Holidays of Tenby are proud to sponsor the main swim event, after championing the swim last year.

Chris Williams (pictured), one of the organisers of the event, said: “Last year’s race created a really special buzz in the area, with both Tenby and Saundersfoot communities coming together. This year, we want the event to be bigger and better and we have more planned for the entire weekend, but the event is about the swim and its amazing competitors, who really want to challenge themselves.”

Marketing executive for FBM Holidays Thom James said: “FBM Holidays are immensely proud to be able to sponsor this event this year. The 2017 event did so much for the area and we hope it goes from strength to strength. We wish all those who sign up good luck, and we can’t wait to see you at the start line on the North Beach come July. ”

More information and details on how to register can be found at http://www.tenfootswim.co.uk , where you can also help decide the third charity to benefit from the charity fund.