Events
​Manvers Lake is a great venue for events and hosts a wide range of sporting and charity events each year. Our larger events are listed below - click on the links to find out more details about each event and how to enter.
2025 Events

DECEMBER
Hana's Santa Dash & Fun Run
09:30
6th December 2025
Kickstart the season of goodwill and join us for a Santa Dash and Fun Run in memory of a young lady. Booking now open!
The Fun Run (1 lap of Manvers Lake 1.25 miles (2km) starts at 9:30am and the Santa Dash (1, 2 or 3 laps (1.25 miles) of Manvers Lake) at 10am.
This family friendly fun run is guaranteed to get you in the Christmas spirit - fancy dress is optional but Santas, Elves and Rudolfs are all welcome!
Entry is £10 for adults and £5 for children - book via the link below. (This event is open to all - you don’t need to be a member of the club). Book here.
2026 Events

JANUARY
Shiver for Shelter - Cold Water Dip
10:00 - 12:00
11th January 2026
Ready to take the plunge for a great cause? Join us for a refreshing challenge in support of Shelter! Take a dip in cold water to raise funds for this vital cause, and learn about the surprising benefits of cold water immersion with a full safety briefing beforehand. Afterwards, warm up with a slice of cake and a hot drink while celebrating your achievement with fellow dippers. Further information and booking link here.
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MAY
Dearne Valley 10K
9:30
17th May 2026
Back for Another Year – Don’t Miss Out!
This popular 10K running event returns, offering participants the chance to enjoy the stunning scenery of Manvers Lake. It’s truly one of the standout 10K races in the area!
​Once again we are delighted to have Rotherham Hospice as our Charity Partner!
Following the 10K race, there’s also a Fun Run for both children and adults, featuring a scenic 1.25-mile loop around the lake - perfect for all abilities.

JUNE
The Longest Day 10K
14:00
20th June 2026
Come together alongside 'Andy's Man Club' for a special 10K and fun run honouring the life of Adam Smith. Every step will be a tribute to his spirit and a way to raise awareness of the challenges men face in their day-to-day lives. The route will be two 5K loops, taking in the lake and also the TPT.
Kindly sponsored by WF Flooring Ltd and Moore & Waller Building Ltd. Further details to follow.

JULY
Waves Music Festival
12:00 - 22:30
4th July 2026
Waves Music Festival is making its return to Manvers Lake for the 4th year, and it’s set to be the highlight of the summer! You can enjoy live performances from a fantastic lineup of local and national artists alongside tasty street food, and a licenced bar. With the beautiful lake as a backdrop, it’s the perfect spot to soak up the music, relax with friends, and make some great summer memories.

JULY
Liberty Church Public Event
TBC
12th July 2026
Detaiils to follow

AUGUST
Dusk till Dawn H20 Swim Event
18:00 - 06:00
22nd - 23rd August 2026
This 12 hour swim challenge will be a test of both physical stamina and mental endurance, in that you / your team are swimming 6 miles and awake through the night! On the hour every hour get in and swim half a mile! Starting at 6pm competitors will enter the lake and swim 2 x 400m loops, this will repeat every hour on the hour till 5am on the Sunday morning. Entries are Individual or Teams of 3. Please note, this event is suitable for Manvers members that are signed off swimmers only.​

OCTOBER
Autumn Memory Walk
10:00
18th October 2026
This autumn, three Yorkshire NHS hospital charities are inviting the community to join their second Autumn Memory Walk – a special event to walk, reflect, and remember loved ones cared for in our hospitals. Organised by Rotherham Hospital and Community Charity, Barnsley Hospital Charity, and Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals' Charity, the walk will support local NHS services to make a difference every day. After the walk, there will be an opportunity to leave a written memory for your loved one. Registration opens at 10am and the walk begins at 11am To book your space please contact the hospital you’d like to support.

NOVEMBER
Rotherham Hospital Charity Polar Plunge
10:00
21st November 2026
Details to follow.

APRIL
Model Boat Bring & Buy Sale
10:00 - 16:00
12th April 2026
Come on down to the Boat Club and join us for our ‘Bring and Buy Sale’. Pre-owned models for sale, parts and fittings. Traders will be attending. Pay on the day - no card facility. Free parking on the beach. Sellers £10 per table (6ft). For more details or to provisionally book a table contact: Stephen Perkins on stephen.perkins@mwbc.org.uk

JUNE
Sheffield Children's Hospital Dragon Boat Race Day
10:00
7th June 2026
Join us for an exhilarating day of dragon boat racing down at the lake!​ Sheffield Children’s Hospital are raising funds for families and children who need their invaluable services.
​The good news is anyone can take part and the event is free to spectators! The boats enable businesses, community groups, friends and families of all sizes to get involved in the fun!

JUNE
Dearne Valley Quadrathlon & Triathlon
10:00 - 17:00
21st June 2026
British Quadrathlon and Team Manvers have joined forces to bring a Quadrathlon to the Dearne Valley and Manvers Lake, which qualifies for the World Quadrathlon Cup Series 2025! Alongside this there is also a Triathlon running too. The aim is to deliver a Quadrathlon where people from all walks of life can participate. All that we ask is that you enjoy your training towards it and feel a great sense of achievement afterwards. Booking links to follow.

JULY
Barnsley Hospital Charity's Dragon Boat Race
10:00 - 16:00
5th July 2026
Join us for an exhilarating day of dragon boat racing down at the lake!​ Barnsley Hospital Charity are raising funds for people who need their invaluable services.
​The good news is anyone can take part and the event is free to spectators! The boats enable businesses, community groups, friends and families of all sizes to get involved in the fun! To sign up a team or for further details contact: barnsleyhospitalcharity@nhs.net

JULY
Dusk till Dawn Run Event
18:00 - 06:00
18th & 19th July 2026
Back and more popular than ever the Manvers Dusk till Dawn. This is an endurance event that is suitable for runners of varying ability. The concept is simple, you run as many 3.21 mile laps of the lake as you can between 6pm on Saturday and 6am on Sunday. Between these times you can start when you want and finish when you want. You can take break at any point have a rest and then complete more laps later, it is entirely up to you.

SEPTEMBER
Help for Heroes 10k
10:00
20th September 2026
Take on the Heroes 10k this September at Manvers Lake. Run, walk or roll this scenic route around the lake! Whether it’s your first 10k or you’re a seasoned runner, every step you take towards your fundraising goal and the finish line helps to raise vital funds to support veterans and their families with life-changing services. Challenge yourself and join team Help for Heroes today!

OCTOBER
MWBC Spooky Paddle
16:00
TBC October 2026
Join us for our annual Halloween Spooky Paddle & Children’s Party, a fun-filled celebration for paddlesports members and their families. Come in fancy dress—paddlers and crafts alike—and enjoy a group paddle on the lake, weather permitting, with support from our coaches. Remember to bring reusable lights and decorations, as each craft must have at least one light, and only members signed off in the correct craft may take part (BAs required). Club members only.

MAY
National Short Course Marathon Championships
AM
3rd May 2026
Details tbc

JUNE
Dusk Till Dawn Paddlesports Event
18:00 - 06:00
13th June 2026
Details to follow.

JUNE
Manvers Waterfront Boat Club Open Day
10:00 - 13:00
27th June 2026
Join us for an exciting Open Day!
We’re thrilled to invite you to our Open Day - a perfect chance to explore what our club is all about! Whether you're thinking of joining or are already a member looking to try something new, this is your opportunity to get involved.
Drop by on the day, meet our friendly volunteers, and discover the activities we have to offer. We can’t wait to welcome you!​

JULY
Bluebell Wood Dragon Boat Race & Family Fun Day
10:00
11th July 2026
Join us for an exhilarating day of dragon boat racing down at the lake!​ Bluebell Wood Children’s Hospice are raising funds for families and children who need their invaluable services.
​The good news is anyone can take part and the event is free to spectators! The boats enable businesses, community groups, friends and families of all sizes to get involved in the fun!

AUGUST
UUKMA Cultural Festival
10:00 - 20:00
15th August 2026
The annual Kerala Pooram Snake Boat Race and Cultural festival will be returning to the lake once again. Organised by the Union of United Kingdom Malalyalee Associations (UUKMA), teams from all over the country will be competing.
The spectacular event will be a feast for both the eyes and ears as colourful flags, beating drums and adrenaline pumping racing takes place.

SEPTEMBER
Dusk till Dawn Dragon Boat Event
18:00 - 06:00
26th September 2026
Details to follow.

OCTOBER
Rotherham Hospice Halloween Glow Walk
10:00
31st October 2026
Get your little monsters, witches, ghosts (and their grown-ups) ready for a magical evening of fun, friendship and fright!
Join us for the Rotherham Hospice Glow Walk — a spooktacular Halloween stroll around Manvers Lake. It’s all about togetherness, making memories, and raising vital funds to help us add more life to every day for anyone with a terminal illness.​
Past Events 2025
May 18th: Dearne Valley 10K
June 1st: Sheffield Children's Hospital Charity Dragon Boat Race
June 22nd: Dearne Valley Triathlon & Quadrathlon
June 28th: Manvers Waterfront Boat Club Open Day
July 5th: Waves Music Festival
July 12th: Bluebell Wood Dragon Boat & Family Fun Day
July 19th - 20th: MWBC Dusk till Dawn Run Event
August 2nd - 3rd: MWBC Dusk till Dawn H20 Swim Event
August 30th: UUKMA Cultural Festival - Snake Boat Racing
September 7th: Swim the Parkinson’s Channel
September 14th: Barnsley Hospital Charity Dragon Boat Race
September 21st: Help for Heroes 10K
October 19th: NHS Charity Memory Walk
October 25th: MWBC Spooky Paddle
November 1st: Rotherham Hospice Halloween Glow Walk
November 16th: Barnsley Hospital Charity Cold Water Plunge
November 22nd: Rotherham Hospital Charity Polar Plunge
December 6th: Hana's Santa Dash & Fun Run
Past Events 2024
February 17th: Valentine Relay Run
April 7th: Barnsley Hospital Charity Cold Water Immersion
April 21st: MWBC Model Boat Bring & Buy Sale
May 12th: Military Vs Cancer Race Day
May 18 & 19th: Slalom Competition
May 19th: Dearne Valley 10K
June 2nd: Sheffield Children's Hospital Dragon Boat Race
June 8 & 9th: MWBC Dusk till Dawn H20 Swim Event & Model Boat Trade Show
June 23rd: Dearne Valley Triathlon & Quadrathlon
June 28th: Waves DJ Evening
June 29th: Waves Music Festival
July 13th: Bluebell Wood Dragon Boat & Family Fun Day
July 21st: MWBC Dusk till Dawn
August 31st: UUKMA Cultural Festival - Snake Boat Racing
September 7th: Manvers Charity Shield Dragon Boat Race
September 21st: Bluebell Wood Light up the Lake
September 22nd: Help for Heroes 10K
October 5th: Round Rotherham Run
October 26th: MWBC Spooky Paddle
December 7th: Hana's Santa Dash & Fun Run
Past Events 2023
April 16th: Model Boat Bring & Buy Sale
May 21st: Dearne Valley 10k
June 4th: RLSS Open Water Swim Festival
June 11th: Model Boat Open Day
June 24th: Waves Music Festival
June 25th: Dearne Valley Triathlon & Quadrathlon
July 2nd: BDA Dragon Boat Event
July 9th: Manvers Div 4 & Open Slalom
July 8th: Bluebell Wood Dragon Boat & Family Fun Day
July 16th: Pedal 4 Paces
July 16th: Canoe Marathon
July 22nd - 23rd: Dusk till Dawn
August 26th: UUKMA Cultural Festival - Snake Boat Racing
September 2nd: Manvers Charity Shield Dragon Boat Race
September 3rd: Swim the Parkinson’s Channel
September 9th: Waves Music Festival
September 26th: Bluebell Wood Light up the Lake
September 30th: Dusk till Dawn H20 Swim Event
December 3rd: Hana's Santa Dash & Fun Run

