1. (33.3) Mark Turner

1. (33.3) Mark Turner

From An Open Water Swimmer's Podcast by William Ellis

May 11, 2026 · 26 min · Season 5 · Episode 1

About this episode

In this episode, William Ellis interviews Mark Turner about the UltraSwim 33.3 event and its logistics.

Welcome to the first in a series of episodes about the building, making and experience of UltraSwim 33.3… In these episodes we will speak to previous guests and the people behind the swim event that pushes you to swim the distance of the English Channel over a long weekend in some fantastic locations. An Epic Adventure Swim Race company that is based around arguably the most iconic open water swim in the world… In this episode we chat to Mark Turner, who is the brain-child behind the event… we chat about how the idea was fostered and also the huge logistics that go in to making an event like this work all over the world multiple times a year; and how his unique relationship to the water brought him to where he is now. Enjoy! More information on UltraSwim 33.3: ultraswim333.com

People in this episode

Host: William Ellis

Guest: Mark Turner

Topics covered

  • open water swimming
  • event logistics
  • UltraSwim 33.3
  • adventure racing
  • swimming events

Keywords

  • UltraSwim 33.3
  • Mark Turner
  • open water swim
  • English Channel
  • adventure swim race
  • event planning
  • swimming logistics

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: UltraSwim 33.3

Places: English Channel

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