Masters Swimming at Bluefins
Basingstoke Bluefins Masters have become one of the standout squads in Britain and beyond — producing medalists at County, Regional, National, European, and World level. Our results speak for themselves: records broken, podiums earned, and Bluefins caps seen on international stages.
At the 2025 Swim England National Masters Championships, Bluefins finished an incredible 5th overall in the national club standings — the highest ever for the team.
1st Trafford Metro SC
2nd Otter SC
3rd Woking SC
4th City of Sheffield SC
5th Basingstoke Bluefins SC
👉 Bluefins Masters — Expanded Team for 2025
But our strength is not just in medals. We’re a team that welcomes every journey:
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Returners rediscovering their love of the water
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Open water and Channel challengers
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Masters racing from local and county meets through to World Championships
Recent seasons have seen Bluefins Masters bring home National titles, stand on World podiums, and inspire a new generation through their commitment and passion. Just as important, we train, race, and celebrate together — proving that performance and community go hand in hand.
We’re proud of our Bluefins identity — sharp in the pool, smart in our kit, and stronger as a squad.
Training & Community
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Based at Basingstoke Aquadrome (25m, 6-lane, 1.8m depth throughout)
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Coached Masters sessions every weekday, mornings and evenings
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Many swimmers also link up for public lane swims and long course training
If you’re looking for a Masters squad with proven international success and a welcoming culture, Bluefins is the place.
CLUB Sessions times:
Monday 05:30 - 07:00, 20:30 - 21:30
Tuesday 05:30 - 06:30
Wednesday 19:30 - 20:30
Thursday 05:30 - 06:30
Friday 20:30 - 21:30
👉 Contact Ali to arrange a trial swim and start your Bluefins Masters journey.
Hampshire County Championship 2025
Bluefins Masters continued their winning streak at the 2025 Hampshire Masters Championships in Portsmouth, securing Top Club once again and proudly retaining the County Champion title.
With more than 30 swimmers competing — from first-time racers to long-time Masters — the Bluefins squad showed depth, experience, and trademark team spirit throughout the meet. Every lane had something to cheer for: personal bests, podium finishes, and plenty of laughter between races.
This latest victory extends our record as Hampshire’s Top Team (2010–2017, 2019–2025) — a run built on consistency, camaraderie, and love for the sport.
It was also another fantastic moment for our Sharks Disability Squad (18+), who joined the Masters lineup for selected events. Their performances captured the true heart of the Bluefins ethos — participation, pride, and support for one another.
💬 “It’s not just about medals — it’s about the shared experience,” said Head of Swimming, Spencer Turner.
“Every swimmer who steps on the blocks helps build the team’s legacy.”
📖 For full results, standout swims, and stories from both championship weekends, visit our latest blog:
👉 Bluefins Masters — Hampshire Champions 2025
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British, European and World Records!
Our Masters have achieved remarkable success at national and international level, with standout performances across the British, European, and World Masters Championships in recent years.
Bluefins swimmers have set multiple individual British Records across age groups and proudly hold an impressive collection of British, European, and World Records in mixed, men’s, and women’s relays.
In 2025, Martin Bennell added another chapter to that success — becoming a Triple World Champion, winning three gold medals at the World Masters Championships and flying the Bluefins flag on the global stage.
From local meets to world finals, our Masters continue to prove that Bluefins excellence knows no boundaries.
Women’s Teams
British and European Record in the Women 160-199yrs,
4x50m Medley Relay (Short Course) - Time: 2:00.84.
Team: Lizzie Godfrey, Erin Robertson, Sarah Hunt, Fleur Turner.
Venue: Swim England National Masters Championships 2024 in Sheffield on 27/10/2024.
British Record in the Women 160-199yrs,
4x50m Freestyle Relay (Short Course) - Time: 1:48.30.
Team: Sarah Hunt, Lizzie Godfrey, Fleur Turner, Erin Robertson.
Venue: Swim England National Masters Championships 2024 in Sheffield on 26/10/2024.
British, European and World Record in the Women 160-199yrs,
4x100m Medley Relay (Long Course) - Time: 4:36.25
Team: Lizzie Godfrey, Erin Robertson, Sarah Hunt, Fleur Turner.
Venue: British Masters Championships 2024 in Swansea on 19/04/2024
British and European Record in the Women 160-199yrs,
4x50m Medley Relay (Long Course) - Time: 2:04.01
Team: Lizzie Godfrey, Erin Robertson, Sarah Hunt, Fleur Turner.
Venue: British Masters Championships 2024 in Swansea on 20/04/2024
British, European and World Record in the Women 160-199yrs,
4x100m Freestyle Relay (Short Course) - Time: 4:02.15
Team: Sarah Hunt, Lizzie Godfrey, Alex O'Kelly, Fleur Turner.
Venue: Swim England National Masters Championships 2023 in Sheffield on 27/10/2023.
British, European and World Record in the Women 160-199yrs,
4x200m Freestyle Relay (Short Course) - Time: 4:02.15
Team: Fleur Turner, Alex O’Kelly, Sarah Hunt, Lizzie Godfrey.
Venue: Swim England National Masters Championships 2023 in Sheffield on 28/10/2023.
British, European and World Record in the Women 160-199yrs,
4x100m Freestyle Relay (Long Course) - Time: 4:12.31
Team: Lizzie Godfrey, Sarah Hunt, Alex O’Kelly, Fleur Turner.
Venue: British Masters Championships 2023 in Sheffield on 04/06/2023
British, European and World Record in the Women 160-199yrs,
4x200m Freestyle Relay (Long Course) - Time: 9.17.25
Team: Lizzie Godfrey, Sarah Hunt, Alex O’Kelly, Fleur Turner.
Venue: British Masters Championships 2023 in Sheffield on 03/06/2023
British Record in the Women 160-199yrs,
4x50m Freestyle Relay (Long Course) - Time: 1:52.87
Team: Lizzie Godfrey, Sarah Hunt, Alex O’Kelly, Fleur Turner.
Venue: British Masters Championships 2023 in Sheffield on 02/06/2023
Men’s Teams
British and European Record in the Men 200-239yrs,
4x100m Medley Relay (Short Course) - Time: 4:08.44.
Team: Olly Espinasse, Dave Milburn, Martin Bennell, Spencer Turner
Venue: Swim England National Masters Championships 2024 in Sheffield on 27/10/2024.
British and European Record in the Men 200-239yrs,
4x50m Medley Relay (Long Course) - Time: 1:55.42.
Team: Olly Espinasse, Dave Milburn, Martin Bennell, Spencer Turner
Venue: British Masters Championships 2023 in Sheffield on 03/06/2023.
Mixed Teams
British and European Record in the Mixed 160-199yrs,
4x50m Medley Relay (Long Course) - Time: 1:54.31
Team: Olly Espinasse, Erin Robertson, Martin Bennell, Fleur Turner
Venue: British Masters Championships 2024 in Swansea on 21/04/2024.
British and European Record in the Mixed 200-239yrs,
4x200m Freestyle Relay (Short Course) - Time: 8:49.80.
Team: Spencer Turner, Fleur Turner, Lizzie Godfrey and Russel Clash.
Venue: Swim England National Masters Championships 2024 in Sheffield on 25/10/2024.
British and European Record in the Mixed 160-199yrs,
4x200m Freestyle Relay (Long Course) - Time: 8:54.25.
Team: Olly Espinasse, Spencer Turner, Fleur Turner, Lizzie Godfrey.
Venue: British Masters Championships 2017 in Aberdeen on 16/06/2017.
Individual Women
Sarah Hunt - Former British Record in the Womens 40-44yrs
50m Freestyle (Short Course) - Time: 26.85
Venue: Swim England National Masters Championships 2024 in Sheffield on 26/10/2024
Fleur Turner - British Record in the Womens 45-49yrs
100m Freestyle (Short Course) - Time: 1:00.13
Venue: Swim England National Masters Championships 2023 in Sheffield on 28/10/2023
Fleur Turner - Former British Record in the Womens 45-49yrs
200m Freestyle (Short Course) - Time: 2:12.43
Venue: Swim England National Masters Championships 2023 in Sheffield on 28/10/2023
Fleur Turner - Former British Record in the Womens 45-49yrs
400m Freestyle (Short Course) - Time: 4:43.51
Venue: South East Championships 2022 in Crawley on 01/10/2022
Fleur Turner - Former British Record in the Womens 45-49yrs
200m Freestyle (Long Course) - Time: 2:16.41
Venue: European Masters Championships 2022 in Rome on 31/08/2022.
Lizzie Godfrey - Former British Record in the Womens 40-44yrs
100m Backstroke (Short Course) - Time: 1:07.51
Venue: Swim England National Masters Championships 2022 in Sheffield on 28/10/2022
Nicola Charlesworth - Former British Record in the Womens 40-44yrs
200m Individual Medley (Short Course) - Time: 2:25.83
Venue: South East Championships 2024 in Crawley on 28/09/2024
Individual Men
Martin Bennell - British Record in the Mens 45-49yrs
50m Breaststroke (Short Course) - Time: 29.20
Venue: Swim England National Masters Championships 2024 in Sheffield on 26/10/2024.
Martin Bennell - British Record in the Mens 45-49yrs
100m Breaststroke (Short Course) - Time: 1:05.05
Venue: Swim England National Masters Championships 2024 in Sheffield on 25/10/2024.
Olly Espinasse - British Record in the Mens 40-44yrs
50m Butterfly (Long Course) - Time: 26.32
Venue: British Masters Championships 2024 in Swansea on 20/04/2024.
Dave Milburn - British Record in the Mens 60-64yrs
100m Breaststroke (Long Course) - Time: 1:14.69
Venue: European Masters Championships 2022 in Rome on 30/08/2022.
Dave Milburn - British Record in the Mens 60-64yrs
50m Breaststroke (Long Course) - Time: 32.53
Venue: European Masters Championships 2022 in Rome on 02/09/2022.
Dave Milburn - British Record in the Mens 60-64yrs
200m Breaststroke (Long Course) - Time: 2:48.19
Venue: British Masters Championships 2022 in Swansea on 20/04/2022
Spencer Turner - Former British Record in the Mens 50-54yrs
50m Freestyle (Short Course) - Time: 54.72
Venue: South East Region Championships 2019 in Guildford on 05/10/19.
South East County Championships
Hampshire County Masters Team were National Champions in 2023. In 2024 we had 11 Basingstoke Bluefins representing the Hampshire County Masters Team, narrowly winning the South East Championships at the London Aquatic Centre and coming 3rd overall Nationally. Team members: County President - Zoe Sadler, Erin Robertson, Sarah Hunt, Dorianna Pirozzi, Lizzie Godfrey, Fleur Turner, Brendan Giltinane, Olly Espinasse, Martin Bennell, Spencer Turner, Steve Greenfield and Mark Straw.
