Enter Now Triathlon
Enter Now Juniors

Sponsored by Lightwater Quarries & organised by Harrogate Tri Club, taking place in and around the beautiful spa town of Harrogate. Suitable for both seasoned athletes and beginners, our friendly and inclusive environment makes a memorable day out.

Based at Ashville College, one of North Yorkshire’s premier secondary schools. The site is perfect for both athletes and spectators with viewing opportunities for all 3 disciplines.

Podium prizes, goodie bags and a commemorative medal for all finishers will be provided.

Race Options

  • 420m pool swim, 25km bike, 5km run

    Swim start determined by estimated 400m times.

    2 Laps of an undulating route, passing through Beckwithshaw and Burn Bridge.

    2 Laps of the periphery of the Ashville College grounds, finishing at the sports facility.

    Minimum entry age 15yrs.  (ages shall be determined as at 31 December in the current year)

     Prizes awarded for top 3 Open & Female finishers.

    Age group prizes for 1st place in 15-16, 17-19, 20+, 30+, 40+, 50+, 60+ and 70+ categories

  • Ideal for Beginner Triathletes

    420m pool swim, 12.5km bike, 2.5km run

    Swim start determined by estimated 400m times.

    1 Lap of an undulating route, passing through Beckwithshaw and Burn Bridge.

    1 Lap of the periphery of the Ashville College grounds, finishing at the sports facility.

    Minimum entry age 15yrs.  (ages shall be determined as at 31 December in the current year)

     Prizes awarded for top 3 open & female finishers.

  • Are you looking for a fun and challenging way to get fit, have fun, and raise money for charity?

    Then sign up for our sprint triathlon relay!

    Distances: Swim 420m, Bike 25k, 5km Run

    This event is perfect for teams of 3, with each team member taking on one of the three legs: swim, bike, and run.

    The swim leg is a 380m pool swim. The bike leg is 24km (11-mile) bike ride on an open road course. And the run leg is a 4.6km (2.9m) run.

    The event is open to all levels of fitness, so whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned triathlete, you’re sure to have a great time.


  • An ideal race for junior athletes of all ages.

    Tri Stars Start (Age 8) 60m swim / 600m run

    Tri Stars 1 (Ages 9 -10) 120m swim / 1200m run

    Tri Stars 2 (Ages 11-12) 180m swim / 1800m run

    Tri Stars 3 (Ages 13-14) 300m swim / 1800m run

    Youth A (Ages 15-16) 420m swim / 2900m run

    www.britishtriathlon.org/get-involved/juniors/tristar/become-a-triathlete

    Ages shall be determined as at 31 December in the current year)

    Prizes awarded for top 3 male and female finishers in each category

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Triathlon Routes

Triathlon FAQs

  • Ashville Sports Centre, Yew Tree Lane, Harrogate HG2 9JP

  • Arrive at least one hour before your start time. This will give you enough time to register, set up your bike and gear in transition, change, and be poolside 10 minutes before your start time. If you miss any of these steps, you may not be able to race.

    Here is a suggested schedule for your arrival on race day:

    ● 60 minutes before start time: Arrive at the race venue and

    register.

    ● 45 minutes before start time: Set up your bike and gear in

    transition.

    ● 30 minutes before start time: Change into your swim gear.

    ● 10 minutes before start time: Be poolside.

    Please note that these are just suggestions, and you may need more or less time depending on your individual needs. It is always better to arrive early than to risk being late.

  • FREE parking is available 300m from Ashville college at Rossett School, Green Lane, Harrogate, HG2 9JP

    From the carpark, you can turn right and walk over to Ashville College on the opposite side of the road to the carpark. Our volunteers will be on hand to point you in the right direction.

  • Good question! Our race is permitted by British Triathlon, each of our races will follow British Triathlon competition rules. One important point, our event is a non drafting “draft illegal” race.

    You can review the competition rules here in full

    After entry and before the race, you’ll receive a full race brief that breaks down the rules for you to be aware of. On race day our officials and volunteers will be on hand to help with any questions.

  • You don't need to go out and buy a bunch of specialised gear for your first triathlon. You can get away with wearing a swimsuit, a T-shirt, and shorts for the swim, bike, and run. However, if you want to be more comfortable and efficient, you can invest in a tri suit or tri shorts. These garments are designed to be worn for all three stages of the race, and they will help to keep you cool, dry, and chafe-free.

    You will also need a pair of goggles for the swim, on the day of the race we will provide a swim cap. On the bike and run, you will need to display your race number. A race belt is a great way to do this.

    Here is a checklist of the essential gear you will need for your first triathlon:

    ● Swimsuit

    ● T-shirt

    ● Shorts

    ● Goggles

    ● Swim cap

    ● Race belt

    ● Running shoes

    ● Bike helmet

    You can also add other items to your gear list as needed, such as sunglasses, a hat, a towel, or a change of clothes. But this is the bare minimum you will need to get started.

  • Any bike that works is welcome at our triathlon! We’ve had people compete on everything from shopping bikes with baskets to mountain bikes to high-end road bikes. Just make sure your bike is in good working order, with well-functioning gears and brakes. The course is hilly, so you’ll need to be able to climb efficiently.

    A TT bike is not ideal for this course, so a regular road bike is preferable.

    Helmets are mandatory for all participants. The route is not on closed roads, but it is very quiet. You’re unlikely to see many cars, but you must still obey all road rules. Crossing the white lines onto the opposite carriageway will result in anautomatic disqualification. Please also ensure that your bike has bar-end plugs.

    We hope to see you at the race!

  • REFUNDS: Available until 28 days before race day, subject to transaction charges. Please apply via email.

    DEFERRALS: You may defer your entry to the following year's event up until 28 days before race day (subject to availability). Please apply via email.

    TRANSFERS: You can transfer your place to another runner via the RaceBest entry portal. This is self-managed and available until 10 days before race day.

    CANCELLATION: If the event is cancelled, Harrogate Triathlon reserves the right to retain a small administrative fee from any authorised refunds to cover non-recoverable costs.

    "As a club-run event, these policies help us ensure the race remains sustainable while being as fair as possible to our competitors. Thank you for your support!"

  • We need to know your swimming speed so you can be placed in a lane with people of a similar speed. If you’re not sure, it’s better to underestimate your speed. You can go to a local 25-metre pool and time yourself swimming four lengths at a comfortable pace. This will give you your 100-metre time. Then multiply that time by 4. You can change your time after registering until about a month before the event if you’re still not sure.

  • Not at all. Many people swim breaststroke. However, for safety reasons, you won’t be allowed to swim backstroke with many people using the same lanes.

    A full race brief will be given on the day and our poolside team will be on hand to help.

  • Yes, you can. Tumble turns are permitted.

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