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Rude Health World Bogsnorkelling Championships
This may seem frivolous but it is in fact a challenging event.
The winner will be the fastest person to snorkel two 60 yd lengths of the infamous bog.
This involves wearing a facemask or goggles, flippers , you would also need to breathe through the snorkel tube whilst progressing face down in the water.
competitors should provide their own mask and snorkel. Though some will be on sale if required.
No arm stroke is permitted apart from doggy paddle , at no times should arms appear above the water except at the turning posts.
This person will then be crowned The Rude Health World Champion Bogsnorkeller for 2025.
Previously this title has been held by both Female and Male contestants .
Present record holder Neil Rutter 1 min 12.34 secs
There are various other categories for which trophies will be presented.
There will be various refreshment stalls, a Bar and live music.
Also options to compete at wife carrying, Husband dragging and ditch racing.
Male /Female
Junior 14 / 15 yrs
.
The winner will be the fastest person to snorkel two 60 yd lengths of the infamous bog.
This involves wearing a facemask or goggles, flippers , you would also need to breathe through the snorkel tube whilst progressing face down in the water.
competitors should provide their own mask and snorkel. Though some will be on sale if required.
No arm stroke is permitted apart from doggy paddle , at no times should arms appear above the water except at the turning posts.
This person will then be crowned The Rude Health World Champion Bogsnorkeller for 2025.
Previously this title has been held by both Female and Male contestants .
Present record holder Neil Rutter 1 min 12.34 secs
There are various other categories for which trophies will be presented.
There will be various refreshment stalls, a Bar and live music.
Also options to compete at wife carrying, Husband dragging and ditch racing.
Male /Female
Junior 14 / 15 yrs
.
Sunday 24 Aug 2025
Waen Rhydd Bog Powys LD5 4RB
The event starts at approx 10.00 am and will finish when all competitors have competed which is generally by around 3.30 pm.Enter online or on the day .
Presentation of Trophies will be made about 30 mins after the Bogsnorkelling concludes.
Online Entry fee is£20.00 for adults £12.00 for juniors(14/15 YRS)
Free entry for spectators but a small charge for car parking ( bring cash)
A free minibus will be operating between Town and the Bog field
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