Club News & Events
Welcome to the Stalybridge Swimming Club news and events page. Here you can find important club announcements, upcoming events and key dates for your diary.
We will keep this page updated with the main dates and announcements throughout the year. For regular updates, reminders and club photos, please also follow our Facebook group.
Upcoming Events
| Date | Event | Details |
| Thursday 15 October 2026 | Internal Club Gala | From 7pm at Copley Sports Centre. An evening of friendly racing and club spirit, giving our swimmers the chance to take part in the club gala. Parents, carers and friends are welcome to spectate. This event replaces the usual swimming club sessions. A sign-up form will be available through the club. |
| Friday 13 November 2026 | Club Presentation Evening & Donkey Derby | Held at Dukinfield Masonic Hall. An opportunity to celebrate our swimmers and enjoy an evening together as a club. All are welcome to attend. |
| Thursday 17 December 2026 | Last Swimming Session of 2026 | The final swimming session before the Christmas break. Inflatable fun is planned for the session. |
| Friday 18 December 2026 – Monday 4 January 2027 | Christmas Swimming Break | There will be no regular swimming sessions during the Christmas break. |
| Tuesday 5 January 2027 | Swimming Returns | The first swimming session of 2027. We look forward to welcoming everyone back. |
Internal Club Gala – Thursday 15 October
Our Internal Club Gala is a chance for swimmers to enjoy some friendly competition, challenge themselves and celebrate their progress in the pool.
The gala starts at 7pm at Copley Sports Centre. Parents, carers and friends are welcome to come along and support our swimmers. Chairs will be available poolside, and spectators may also be able to watch from the cafe viewing area.
A raffle will take place on the night, and donations of raffle prizes would be greatly appreciated.
Please note that the gala replaces the usual swimming club sessions on this date. Keep an eye on the club's Facebook group for sign-up information and any further announcements.
Club Presentation Evening & Donkey Derby
Join us on Friday 13 November at Dukinfield Masonic Hall for our Club Presentation Evening and Donkey Derby. It is a great opportunity to recognise our swimmers' achievements and enjoy a social evening with other club families.
All are welcome to attend. Please check the club's Facebook group for any further details about the evening.
Christmas Swimming Break
Our final swimming session of 2026 is planned for Thursday 17 December, with inflatable fun to round off the year.
The Christmas swimming break runs from Friday 18 December 2026 to Monday 4 January 2027. Sessions are scheduled to resume on Tuesday 5 January 2027.
Stay Connected
For the latest reminders, sign-up forms, photos and club announcements, visit our Facebook group.
Visit the Stalybridge Swimming Club Facebook Group
We look forward to seeing our swimmers, families and supporters at our upcoming events. Thank you for being part of Stalybridge Swimming Club!
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