Challenging Events Ltd
Next Race: 27/06/2027
Sandpit Field, Shore Road, Swanage, Dorset, BH19 1NP
Next Race: 27/06/2027
Sandpit Field, Shore Road, Swanage, Dorset, BH19 1NP
THE ORIGINAL SWANAGE TRIATHLON
Sunday 27th June 2027 | Sandpit Field | 2026 Event Pack - for info only
The Original Swanage Triathlon Festival is set in the seaside town of Swanage which resides in an area of outstanding beauty know as The Isle of Purbeck in Dorset. The open water swim is within Swanage Bay where if the water's are clear, you may be able to spot some great sea life. The bike section is not for the faint hearted as includes several hill climbs but when you go up, you must come down including a great descent on Kingston Hill! The run heads North out of Swanage Town and up onto Ballard Down Ridge, an area of chalk downland on the Purbeck Hills. The routes are challenging but the views are worth it, we promise!
With so many route options, it's the perfect club getaway weekend where there is something for everyone. Swanage is a wonderful little seaside town with a whole lot for the family to do. This is a true weekend away that happens to involve Triathlon!
DETAILS
Registration: 06:30
Standard & Standard Aquabike Mass Start: 07:30 (1500m swim, 38km bike, 10km run)
Sprint Mass Start: 08:00 (750m swim, 23km bike, 6.5km run)
Aquathlon Mass Start: 08:30 (750m swim, 6.5km run)
"A big thank you everyone who were there to support ...the marshalls were fantastic. Also the safety video Kelly did in advance was great in addition to the Tri instructions process which was sent out by email ... covered everything needed. Great coms right up to the last minute and great organisation on the day. My first tri sprint and I felt like I had everything I needed in advance to give me confidence on the day. Great atmosphere. Thank you :-)" Racecheck review 2026
MARSHALLING: We love marshals! Even if you are not a triathlon expert but fancy a good day out we will tell you all the info you need to know! Plently of roles from car parking. registration, finish line, route and drinks stations to be had. Please sign up HERE to help. There is a comment section in the form, so if you can only do certain times or would prefer a particular role please say. As a thanks you will get a free entry to any of our events!
Code of Conduct
We encourage all athletes to show respect, support one another, and demonstrate good sportsmanship at all times – please take a moment to read our Code of Conduct before race day.
Parking is available in the surrounding roads for free on some of the roads (check the signs!) or the Main Beach (Victoria Avenue). Long Stay Car Park: details of car parking and charges can be found on the Town Council website. More details will be available in the pre-event information pack for the event.