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AdvertisementNobbys to Newcastle is one of the prettiest courses you will ever do, particularly if you can breathe to the right.
It runs from the beach beneath Nobbys headland - near where the Pasha Bulker was grounded - around the rock shelf, past Newcastle Ocean Baths - one of the great ocean pools on the coast - and into Newcastle beach.
It passes the majestic residential district of Newcastle East, the famed surf spot, Cowrie Hole and into one of the only beaches that sit in a city's CBD.
Swim Courses
Swimmers will start the Nobbys to Newcastle ocean swim at the base of Nobbys Lighthouse on Nobbys Beach.
They'll then swim out between the two reef breaks and turn right behind the reefs, before swimming south along a line of buoys.
The buoys go past Shotland Esplanade, the Cowrie Hole, and the Newcastle Ocean Baths.
Once Past the Newcastle Ocean Baths, the 2km course turns right and swims towards the beach. But the exact entry line will be subject to rips on the day.
While You're There
If you're looking to make the trip up from Sydney for the Nobbys to Newcastle Ocean Swim, the city is located just two hours up the F3, making it within shooting distance of Sydney for a day trip.
If it's your first time in Newcastle, there are more than a few attractions you should be checking out on your time up north.
If you haven't had enough of the beach, there are eight different beaches within the city limits for you to check out, with Mereweather and Bar Beach also worth a look in particular.
The city itself is growing in culture and is battling off its stereotypes as a steel town from the 80s.
Make sure you take a stroll down Darby Street, the unique shopping precinct in the CBD. It's located within the suburb of Cooks Hill, which itself is a microcosm of Sydney's inner west, only without the pretence. Check it out for incredible coffee, great food, and amazing shopping.
Travel & Parking
Parking is available at Nobbys Beach but can be tricky at Newcastle Beach.
There is plenty of parking in the harbour which is a short walk to both beaches. Or, park down at the interchange and take the tram to Newcastle Beach.
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Results
Event Type
Swim Distances
2km
Course Type
Swim Start Times
- 7:00am - Timing chip collection open (Nobbys Beach)
- 8:30am - Timing chip cap collection close
- 8:30am-8:45am - Walk to start line at the lighthouse
- 8:50am - Swim briefing (at the start line)
- 9:00am - Swim start
- 10:15am - Presentation (Newcastle SLSC)
Note: There are no on-the-day entries.
Swim Pricing
- 2km - $45 (includes event t-shirt if entered by 7 Jan)
Note: There are no on-the-day entries.
Max Entries
300
Minimum Age
14-years-old
Map
Newcastle East NSW, Australia
Other Event Info
Categories
Open, then age groups from 14-19-years, then 10-year categories to 70+.
Prize money
Prize money of $500 is on offer to the first Open Age Category Male and Female. Other age category prizes will also be offered for 1st place.
Alternative course
If conditions prove too difficult on swim day, this event may be moved to its regular backup course off Stockton Beach.
Swim caps
Swimmers are asked to bring their own brightly coloured swim cap. If you arrive without a cap, there will be spares available.
Bag storage/relocation
- Bags can be left at the start at Nobbys, located near the break wall.
- Newcastle Surf Club personnel will transport your bags to Newcastle Beach for you to collect after the swim.
Refund & Cancellation Policy
The organiser of this event, Nobbys SLSC, is a registered charity. This event is a major fundraiser for the club, and all proceeds go towards providing its volunteer lifesaving services to the community.
Cancelling your entry
Should you wish to cancel your entry, for any reason, at any time, the following applies:
- Refunds are not available, your entry fee will be donated to the club
Event cancellation
Should the event be cancelled due to poor and/or dangerous ocean conditions, or Government-mandated health restrictions, the following will apply:
- Entries will not be refunded
- The organiser may, at their discretion, choose another date for the event in the same season and rollover entries to the new date
- Should another date not be found within the same season, the event will be deemed to be cancelled, and there will be no refunds.
The organiser thanks you for your understanding and support.
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paul nichols
30 Jan 2022 at 12:53pmgreat swim
Andrew L
30 Jan 2022 at 2:17pmAlways a GREAT swim!
Mark Wilson
30 Jan 2022 at 2:39pmGreat event and well organized.
Wayne Bower
30 Jan 2022 at 3:36pmThis was my first (not last) ocean swim after recently doing my bronze medallion. What an experience! Really well run event by the local surf club and all their volunteers, heaps of safety support and fast efficient process at sign up online and on the day. Thanks heaps to all those who made it so great.
Bevan McGregor
31 Jan 2022 at 9:49amPerfect day. Beautiful undersea views over the reef. Very enjoyable swim well organised. Thanks for a good day.
Bevan McGregor
31 Jan 2022 at 9:51amPerfect day. Beautiful underwater scenery over the reef. Lovely swim well organised. Thanks for a nice day out.
Adrian dernee
1 Feb 2022 at 7:28amExtremely enjoyable