ATW Box End Triathlon

JUL

2026

Race the ATW Odyssey at Box End Lakes on 5 July 2026 with Sprint to Half distances across clear lake swims and multi lap bike and run courses. Camping, Inter Services rivalry, race photos and finisher medals for a memorable weekend.

Sun 5 Jul 2026

Bedford, East of England

Registration

Standard Distance Sprint Distance Odyssey Half Distance

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Event overview

The ATW Odyssey at Box End Triathlon takes place on 5 July 2026 at Box End Lakes, Box End Rd, Bedford MK43 8RN. The event includes the Inter Services Triathlon Championships, with teams from the Army, Royal Navy, Marines, RAF, Ambulance Service, Fire Service, Police and Prison Service. Organisers describe on-site run routes and clear lake water. The race is non-draft legal and uses multi-lap courses. Camping is available at Box End Park. Entry fees are listed from £65 to £160. Categories include Female (assigned female at birth) and Open; transgender athletes are welcome.

Race options and key details

Sprint: 750 m swim, 23 km bike, 5 km run
Standard: 1500 m swim, 38 km bike, 10 km run
Odyssey Half: 2250 m swim, 96 km bike, 20 km run

Additional options: Aquabike (swim + bike) and relay teams of 2-3 participants. Age limits are specified per distance: Sprint entrants must be 15 or older on 05/07/2026; Standard entrants 17 or older on 31/12/2026; Half entrants 19 or older on 31/12/2026. There are no cutoffs for the Sprint and Standard distances when run alongside the Odyssey race. The event offers event photos, a custom medal and finish-line snacks. Transfer options are available for future ATW events up to 48 hours before the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Standard Distance

Sprint Distance

Odyssey Half Distance