ATW Big East & Maldon Triathlon
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Event details
The ATW Big East & Maldon Triathlon takes place at Promenade Park, Park Drive, Maldon, Essex, CM9 5JQ on 16 May 2026. The event is organised by ATW, established in 2011, which runs national multi-sport events. Parking is available in Promenade Park; parking fees apply. Finishers receive a medal and additional items at the finish line. The event lists Alzheimer’s Research UK as a partner charity with opportunities to fundraise.
Courses and rules
Distances offered:
- Middle distance: 1.5 km swim, 86 km bike, 20 km run
- Standard: 1500 m swim, 40 km bike, 10 km run
- Sprint: 750 m swim, 25 km bike, 5 km run
Options include middle and standard Aquabike (swim-bike) and a middle distance relay for two or three team members. The swim takes place in a tidal river; a 750 m swim course introduced in 2023 starts next to the statue of Byrhtnoth and heads toward Northey Island. The bike leg is non-draft legal and follows quiet roads on the Dengie Peninsula through Latchingdon, Tillingham, Steeple and Mayland. The run is a flat 5 km loop along the promenade and sea wall, with the final kilometre looping around Promenade Park; surfaces include paved roads, grass and gravel track. The swim leg has a cut-off of 1 hour 10 minutes and the overall event has an 8 hour cut-off. A female category (female sex at birth) and an Open category are specified for competitive entry. Wetsuit hire is available through partner providers. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.