Check out registered events for August & September!
3rd August - GO TRI Ponteland
The aim of the events is for people to discover the sport and enjoying the achievement of finishing an event and believing that triathlon and its multi related distances is for them. For many who take part this will be there first entry into the sport and from there they will go onto standard club and commercial events already established on the Northeast calendar. The events will be short, easy to access and regular.
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6th August - Gr8 Events Sprint Triathlon
Starting with a 750m open water swim in Ellerton Lake, followed by a 20km cycle on quiet roads around the lake, followed by a 6km off-road run. Team option available.
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7th August - Ponteland Sprint Triathlon
This triathlon is a great sprint distance race. This is a short and friendly race, perfect event for the novice triathlete wanting to try the sport for the first time. A sprint distance, with a 400m pool based swim at Ponteland Leisure Centre, followed by a 20k bike route out of the town and along the surrounding scenic countryside roads, and a 5k run route. A fantastic event for novices and experienced triathletes. For more information click here
14th August - Sun City Sprint Triathlon
Event Distance - 750m sea swim, 20k bike, 5k run. A beach start on the award winning beach of Seaburn, a fast and fantastic 4 lap bike course taking in the superb coastal road, and a picturesque run along the promenade and parade. Being on the newly developed seafront there are loads of good vantage points, with seats for spectators.
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14th August - Weardale Triathlon
A 400 metre swim in the heated open air pool in Stanhope, County Durham followed by a 22km cycle from Stanhope to St John's Chapel finished off with a trail run of around 5k. This event is very beginner friendly and all abilities are welcome and catered for. For more information click here
17th August – Triology Events Mid Week Super Sprint
The event is ideal for beginners looking to complete their first open water triathlon as well as the more experienced triathlete looking to test themselves before a big race and use as a training session. The course will consist of a 400m open water swim at Ellerton Water Park, followed by a 15.5km bike on quiet country roads before completing a flat 2.2km run course around the lake. For more information or to enter click here.
21st August - Spanish City Triathlon
This triathlon is a great sprint distance race. This friendly sprint distance race, has a 750m sea swim at Whitley Bay, followed by a flat 20km bike route, and a 5km, 2 lap run route along the seafront. A fantastic event for novices and experienced triathletes. For more information click here
3rd September - Castles Challenge Triathlon
Originally setup in 2009, the series comprises a Junior Triathlon, a Sprint Triathlon and also a Middle Distance (Half Iron) Triathlon. The swim, bike and run courses offer stunning scenery linking up some of Northumberland's finest landmarks. There will be lots of activities with food & entertainment throughout the day, so it will be a great place to be with a real buzz! Lying in the shadow of the mighty Bamburgh Castle, Bamburgh Cricket Club is the headquarters for the Castles Challenge Triathlon Series and serves as the transition area for the races and provides a amazing backdrop for the finish line. For more information click here
4th September - Boarders & Bridges Triathlon
Organised for the 2nd year, this sprint triathlon caters for all abilities. Taking in some of the most monumental views of the tweed whilst crossing the border to Scotland on the bike before heading back to England. On the run the crowds will gather for 5km round the historic walls of Berwick - Upon - Tweed. For more information click here
10th September - Cleveland Relays
A fantastic, fun, end of season team event. The event is completed in teams of four. Starting with a team 16 mile cycle ride followed by a relay 3 mile run before heading to the pool to complete a 400m swim. Held at Stokesley Leisure Centre.
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18th September - Teesdale Triathlon
A fantastic end of season race. This sprint distance triathlon consists of a 400m pool swim, 18 mile cycle over undulating terrain and ends witha 3 mile run that is mostly off road along field and farm tracks.
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18th September - Kielder Reiver Triathlon
Returning for a 2nd year after an amazing debut in 2015 this middle distance event takes place in a truly awesome setting at Kielder Water & Forest Park where you can experience racing on a grander scale. The swim course is a 1.2 mile loop with a deep water start in the bay in front of Leaplish where the water can reach upto 180 feet deep.The 59 mile bike course is where participants will make a Border Reiver style raid into rugged border country, with over 5000ft of climbing this undulating route will require true Reivers spirit. The 10.5km Run loop follows the Lakeside Way before heading up and over Bull Crag and around the Peninsula then returning to Lakeside Way along the shoreline with some stunning scenery as runners head back to Leaplish and then out for a final lap. For more information click here
25th September - Hartlepool Big Lime Triathlon
Open water sea swim 750m, in Jacksons Dock next to Hartlepool Maritime experience/ historic quay, 20km cycle on mostly flat, closed roads followed by 5k run along the promenade following the sweeping sandy bay of Hartlepool and Seaton. For more information click here
