South Lincs Competitive Swimming Club proudly presents The 40th Tulip Meet 2026, taking place across the weekend of Saturday 16th and Sunday 17th May at Castle Swimming Pool, Spalding. Licensed at Level 3 by Swim England, this landmark anniversary meet offers a full programme of racing, including 50m, 100m and 200m events in all strokes, plus the ever popular 100m Individual Medley. All races will be Heat Declared Winners, with medals awarded to the top three swimmers in each age group. The meet is open to swimmers aged 9 years and above, with ages determined as of 17th May 2026. Heats will be seeded by entry time and swum as mixed age events, creating an exciting and competitive racing environment. The 6 lane, 25m pool features anti turbulence lane ropes, electronic timing and a secondary strobe, ensuring a high quality racing experience for all athletes. A highlight of the weekend will be the 50m Freestyle Skins Finals, with junior and senior competitions offering cash prizes. Mixed 4×50m Medley and Freestyle relays also feature at the end of sessions 1 and 3, adding to the team spirit and atmosphere. Entries will be accepted on a first come, first served basis, with both electronic and paper options available. Clubs and swimmers from across the region are warmly invited to join South Lincs for a fantastic weekend of fast swimming, friendly rivalry and celebration of the Tulip Meet’s 40 year legacy.

Castle Swimming Pool

Pinchbeck Rd, Spalding PE11 1QF

PROGRAMME OF EVENTS

Saturday 16th May 2025

Session 1: Warm Up: 0815, Start: 0900

 Session 2: Warm Up: TBC, Start: TBC

Sunday 17th May 2025

Session 3: Warm Up: 0830, Start: 0940

 Session 2: Warm Up: TBC, Start: TBC